The Veteran's service-connected inactive cervical tuberculous lymphadenitis is not entitled to a compensable rating, while he is granted an initial disability rating of 20 percent for residual disability of limited range of motion of the cervical spine due to pain secondary to his service-connected condition.
The deciding factor: The Board found that the Veteran's tuberculosis has been inactive for over 11 years and thus does not meet the criteria for a compensable rating under VA regulations. However, he is granted an initial disability rating of 20 percent based on residual disability of limited range of motion due to pain.
- Claimed conditions
- inactive cervical tuberculous lymphadenitis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 0%
- Decision date
- April 7, 2023
- Citation
- 23021461
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has decided to remand the case due to insufficient opinions regarding the Veteran's cervical spine conditions and their relation to his service-connected cervical tuberculous lymphadenitis. The Veteran is asked to provide any additional evidence, and a new examination will be scheduled to assess these issues.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has denied service connection for tinnitus due to lack of a current disability. The case is remanded for further examination regarding the residuals of inactive cervical tuberculous lymphadenitis, including any cervical spine conditions.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has remanded the case for further development, including obtaining additional medical records and scheduling VA examinations to assess the current severity of the veteran's service-connected conditions. The veteran is also advised that he can represent himself in this matter.
- Denied
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