The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including bilateral hearing loss, lumbar spine DDD, tinnitus, eczema, and left-hand arthritis, have rendered him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation since June 29, 2021.
The deciding factor: The Veteran experiences chronic pain in multiple areas of his body, including back, hips, hands, and feet, which limits his ability to perform the physical demands required for most jobs. His service-connected disabilities have also impacted his cognitive function and attention, making it difficult for him to focus on work tasks.
- Claimed conditions
- bilateral hearing loss, lumbar spine DDD (degenerative disc disease), tinnitus, eczema, left-hand arthritis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 60%
- Decision date
- December 4, 2024
- Citation
- A24080157
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- Dismissed
The Veteran's appeal for service connection of bilateral hearing loss and a ruptured right ear drum was dismissed due to the death of the Veteran.
- Denied
The Board found that the Veteran's bilateral hearing loss was noted upon entry into active duty service and did not increase in severity during service. Therefore, it denied his claim for service connection.
- 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.
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