The Veteran's right shoulder scar was initially denied a compensable rating prior to August 2, 2017. A 10 percent rating is granted beginning on that date.,Service connection for heart disorder and bilateral wrist disorders are remanded due to outstanding records.,Right shoulder disability and cervical spine disability ratings are remanded as the Veteran's symptoms have worsened since his last examination in 2014.,Lumbar spine disability rating is remanded as the Veteran's range of motion has worsened since his last VA examination in 2014.,Bilateral foot disabilities and PFB of the face and upper neck are remanded due to outstanding treatment records. Migraine headaches are also remanded for a new examination.,,,
The deciding factor: The Veteran's right shoulder scar was initially denied as it did not produce pain or instability prior to August 2, 2017. A 10 percent rating is granted beginning on that date based on the first documented evidence of pain.,Service connection for heart disorder and bilateral wrist disorders are remanded due to outstanding records which may contain relevant medical history.,Right shoulder disability and cervical spine disability ratings are remanded as the Veteran's symptoms have worsened since his last examination in 2014, indicating a need for updated findings.,Lumbar spine disability rating is remanded as the Veteran's range of motion has worsened since his last VA examination in 2014, requiring current findings to accurately rate the disability.,Bilateral foot disabilities and PFB of the face and upper neck are remanded due to outstanding treatment records which may contain relevant medical history. Migraine headaches are also remanded for a new examination as the Veteran's symptoms have worsened since his last VA examination in 2014.,,,
- Claimed conditions
- Right Shoulder Scar, Heart Disorder, Bilateral Wrist Disorder (likely carpal tunnel syndrome), Right Shoulder Disability, Cervical Spine Disability, Lumbar Spine Disability, Bilateral Foot Disability (bunions and hallux valgus with degenerative joint disease of the first metatarsophalangeal joints), Pseudofolliculitis Barbae (PFB) of the Face and Upper Neck, Migraine Headaches
- How they argued it
- Not specified
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- August 30, 2018
- Citation
- 18131053
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What this means for you
A remand is not a loss. The Board sent the case back for more development — often a new exam or missing records — before making a final decision. Many remands later end in a grant, and the decision spells out exactly what the Board wanted to see.
What you can do next
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- Granted
The Veteran's 50% disability rating for migraine headaches was restored as the evidence did not show actual improvement in his ability to function under ordinary conditions of life and work.
- Remanded (sent back)
The claims for service connection for right and left shoulder disabilities are remanded. The claim for sleep disorder (claimed as sleep apnea) remains denied.
- Denied
The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for right and left shoulder disabilities, finding insufficient evidence to establish an in-service event or injury related to his shoulders. The Veteran's current shoulder conditions are not linked to his military service.
- Granted
The Veteran's cervical spine disability, right knee strain (painful motion), and right knee instability are now rated at 30 percent effective August 16, 2017.
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