Denied
The Board denied increased ratings for GERD, right and left hip strains, as well as service connection for a left ankle disability and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
The deciding factor: The evidence did not show the Veteran's conditions met the criteria for higher ratings or service connection.
- Claimed conditions
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Right Hip Strain, Left Hip Strain, Left Ankle Disability, Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- March 4, 2025
- Citation
- A25019376
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