The Veteran's tinnitus is granted as service-connected.,Service connection for TBI and Parkinson's like symptoms associated with herbicide exposure are denied.,A 10 percent evaluation for hypertension is granted.,Peripheral neuropathy of the left lower extremity is remanded.,Peripheral neuropathy of the right lower extremity is remanded.
The deciding factor: The VA examiner conceded acoustic trauma during active service and found that the Veteran did not have a current diagnosis of tinnitus. The Veteran's lay statements were considered credible, supporting his claim for service connection.,There was no current diagnosis for TBI or Parkinson's disease, thus denying service connection for these conditions.,The Veteran's hypertension has been manifested by diastolic pressure predominantly 100 or more requiring continuous medication for control. A 10 percent evaluation is granted.,Peripheral neuropathy of the left lower extremity and right lower extremity need further examination to determine their etiology.,No VA examination was provided to determine the nature and etiology of peripheral neuropathy in both lower extremities.
- Claimed conditions
- tinnitus, traumatic brain injury (TBI), Parkinson's like symptoms
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 10%
- Decision date
- March 26, 2024
- Citation
- A24014684
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has remanded the claims for service connection for hearing loss, tinnitus, and an acquired psychiatric disorder due to incomplete medical records and need for further examination.
- Denied
The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for tinnitus, arthritis, and memory loss. The decision found no evidence linking these conditions to his military service.
- Granted
The Veteran's tinnitus is granted as service connected. The issues of foot disability and cardiovascular disorder are remanded for additional development.
- Granted
The Board has granted service connection for tinnitus, finding that it is at least as likely as not that the Veteran experienced tinnitus during his active duty service.
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