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Whole decision: Remanded (sent back)

The Veteran's claims for service connection for residuals of wisdom tooth removal, also claimed as locking jaw, and bilateral pes planus are remanded due to incomplete VA examinations. The Board finds that there has not been substantial compliance with the remand requests.,The Veteran's claim for service connection for sleep apnea is remanded because the VA examiner did not discuss relevant evidence of record.

The deciding factor: The VA examination reports are incomplete and do not provide a clear opinion on the etiology of the claimed disabilities. The Board finds that additional development, including obtaining medical records and scheduling further examinations, is necessary to address these issues.,The VA examiner did not discuss relevant evidence of record regarding the onset and relationship between sleep apnea and service.

Claimed conditions
residuals of wisdom tooth removal, bilateral pes planus
How they argued it
Direct service connection
Exposure basis
None
Rating
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Decision date
April 17, 2024
Citation
24016534

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What this means for you

A remand sends an issue back for more development, often a new examination or missing records. It does not award the benefit or decide the final outcome. The original decision explains the additional work ordered.

What you can do next

Use your own notice and decision stage. A remanded issue is not a final court-appealable denial. VA review guidance and CAVC filing instructions (U.S. federal; reviewed October 7, 2026).

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