The Veteran's service connection claims for left knee strain with iliotibial band syndrome and shin splints, chronic sinusitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), myopia, erectile dysfunction, right upper extremity nerve damage, left upper extremity nerve damage, cervical spine disability, sleep apnea, bilateral plantar fasciitis, migraines, shaving bumps, dry skin, and irritable bowel syndrome have been granted. The Veteran's PTSD has been rated at 50 percent effective April 19, 2021, with a higher rating denied. An earlier effective date of April 19, 2021, but no earlier, is granted for the grant of service connection for left knee strain with iliotibial band syndrome and shin splints (limitation of extension), chronic sinusitis, and GERD.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's PTSD manifested at a level that warranted a 50 percent rating effective April 19, 2021. The earlier effective date for the grant of service connection is based on the receipt of an intent to file a claim for compensation on April 19, 2021.
- Claimed conditions
- left knee strain with iliotibial band syndrome and shin splints, chronic sinusitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
- How they argued it
- Reopened with new and material evidence
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 50%
- Decision date
- September 19, 2024
- Citation
- A24058495
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- Denied
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- Remanded (sent back)
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- Granted
The Board has granted service connection for left lower extremity radiculopathy and denied the claims for right knee disability, erectile dysfunction, GERD, sleep apnea, and hypertension. The decision is remanded for further action on these issues.
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