The veteran's claims for compensable ratings for bronchitis, sinusitis, and hearing loss were denied. Service connection was granted for carpal tunnel syndrome of both upper extremities and asthma. All other issues were remanded.

The deciding factor: The decision was based on the evidence and criteria set forth in the VA's rating schedule and regulations.

Claimed conditions

bronchitis, sinusitis, hearing loss, carpal tunnel syndrome of the left upper extremity, carpal tunnel syndrome of the right upper extremity, asthma, bilateral shin splints, right ankle sprain, acquired psychiatric disorder, to include depression and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), kidney disorder, to include chronic kidney disease, stage 3, digestive disorder, to include gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), hernia, sleep apnea, headaches, hypertension, back disorder, to include the lower back and joint pain, fatigue, whole body muscle pain, jaw disorder, to include bruxism, left ankle disorder, to include left distal tib area, left foot disorder, to include left foot and heel chronic pain, left thigh disorder, to include tendonitis of the left quadriceps tendon, left shoulder disorder, to include bursitis, right shoulder disorder, to include bursitis, skin disorder, to include skin rashes and itchy patches

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

Gulf War

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

January 21, 2025

Citation

A25004763

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