Tinnitus (ringing in the ears) Board decisions

The Veteran's TDIU claim was denied because he failed to report for a VA examination without good cause, and the Board found that entitlement could not be established in this case without current VA examinations.

The Veteran's claim for a disability rating in excess of 10 percent for tinnitus and bilateral hearing loss is remanded due to the need for updated VA audiological evaluations.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for tinnitus, right knee disorder, and anxiety disorder have been granted. The decision also remanded the claims for PTSD, carpal tunnel syndrome of the right hand, and residuals of a muscle biopsy.

The Veteran's claims for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus were denied as the evidence did not show a nexus to service, including noise exposure. The claim for special monthly compensation (SMC) based on need for aid and attendance or housebound status was also denied due to lack of qualifying service-connected disabilities.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for bilateral hearing loss disability, tinnitus, and left foot disability due to lack of evidence linking these conditions to his military service.

The Veteran withdrew his appeals for increased ratings and temporary evaluations, effectively dismissing the cases.

The Board dismissed the claims of service connection for bilateral hearing loss and COPD due to asbestos exposure. The claim for tinnitus was granted, with the decision finding that the Veteran's current tinnitus is at least as likely as not related to his military service.

The Board has remanded the claims of service connection for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus due to additional medical evidence from SSA being added to the file.

The Veteran's service connection for bilateral tinnitus is granted, with the Board finding that his current symptoms are as likely as not due to in-service noise exposure.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus have been granted, as well as a 60% rating for eczema and psoriasis effective February 13, 2013. The claim for an earlier effective date for the PTSD with MDD rating has been denied.

The Board has granted service connection for tinnitus but denied service connection for bilateral hearing loss. The Veteran's current levels of hearing acuity in the left ear do not meet the criteria for hearing loss as defined by VA regulations, and there is no evidence of hearing loss in either ear during service or thereafter.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's tinnitus was incurred during his military service and is granting service connection for this condition.

The Board has granted the Veteran's claim of service connection for tinnitus, finding that his current diagnosis is at least as likely as not related to his active service.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for bilateral hearing loss, tinnitus, and PTSD have been granted. The Veteran is also granted a TDIU effective as of July 27, 2016.,The Veteran’s hand tremors are remanded for further review.

The Board has denied service connection for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus, finding that the evidence does not support a link to service. The case is remanded for further action on the right ankle issue.

The Board has granted service connection for tinnitus, finding that the Veteran's in-service noise exposure and his statements about onset are credible. However, service connection for bilateral hearing loss is denied as there is no evidence of a current disability during or within one year after service.

The Veteran's tinnitus was found to have onset during active service and has existed since then, meeting the criteria for service connection.

The Veteran's claim for migraines is granted with an effective date of October 19, 2010.,The Veteran's claims for vertigo, bilateral hearing loss, and tinnitus are granted with a combined effective date of October 19, 2010. The rating assigned is 30 percent for vertigo, 10 percent for tinnitus, and no rating for bilateral hearing loss.,Service connection for PTSD is denied.,The Veteran's claim for an initial rating in excess of 50 percent for migraines is denied.,TDIU prior to November 10, 2010 is granted with an effective date of October 19, 2010.,Service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder is denied.,Service connection for alcohol abuse is denied.,Service connection for multiple sclerosis is denied.,Service connection for obstructive sleep apnea is denied.,Service connection for Sjogren’s syndrome is denied.,Service connection for Hughes disease is denied.,Service connection for seizures is denied.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for tinnitus was denied as there is no evidence of in-service noise exposure or a compensably disabling condition within one year of separation from active duty.,Service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder to include depression was also denied due to lack of evidence of a disability during the year following separation and current evidence not related to service. ,The Veteran's claim for a compensable rating for dermatitis was denied as there is no evidence that at least 5% of his body or exposed areas are affected by the condition.