The Board denied the Veteran's claims for an increased rating and TDIU due to his obstructive sleep apnea, as the evidence did not support a higher rating or unemployability solely based on this condition.
The deciding factor: The evidence of record does not show that the Veteran's OSA resulted in chronic respiratory failure with carbon dioxide retention, cor pulmonale, or required a tracheostomy. Additionally, while his OSA caused functional impairments, it did not render him unable to obtain and maintain substantially gainful employment solely due to this condition.
- Claimed conditions
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- November 20, 2025
- Citation
- A25100846
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