Rheumatoid arthritis — all decisions

The Board denied service connection for rheumatoid arthritis, finding no current diagnosis and no evidence of the condition during or related to active service.

The appeal for service connection for rheumatoid arthritis was dismissed due to a procedural defect in the filing of the appeal, and the claim for service connection for a right shoulder disability was denied based on insufficient evidence of a current disability.

The veteran's claims for service connection for rheumatoid arthritis, double hip replacement, and an acquired psychiatric disorder (including PTSD) were denied. The claim for migraines was remanded.

The veteran's claim for service connection for muscle and joint pain, related to Gulf War service, was granted based on new evidence.

The Board remands the claims for service connection due to an inadequate medical opinion regarding the nature and etiology of the Veteran's conditions.

The Board remands the Veteran's claim for service connection for rheumatoid arthritis to obtain an addendum medical opinion addressing potential in-service exposures, including silica dust and tuberculosis.

The Board remanded the veteran's claims for service connection for rheumatoid arthritis (gout), headaches, hypertension, and obstructive sleep apnea. The Board found that the VA did not adequately assist the veteran in obtaining necessary medical examinations or opinions.

The Board granted readjudication for several conditions due to new and relevant evidence. Some claims were denied, and others were remanded for further review.

The veteran's claim for diabetes mellitus, type II was dismissed. All other claims were remanded for further development.

The Board has remanded the claims for further development due to inconsistencies in previous opinions and need for an assessment without considering the ameliorative effects of pain medication.

The Board has remanded the issues of increased ratings for IVDS and radiculopathy, as well as service connection for diabetes mellitus. The Veteran's disability remains at a 40 percent rating from May 28, 2024.

The Board remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for chronic cough, chronic respiratory infections, sleep apnea, and rheumatoid arthritis. The Board found that VA did not obtain necessary medical examinations or records to support these claims.

The Board remanded the claim to correct errors in assisting the veteran, including investigating chemical exposures and obtaining medical records.

The Board has remanded the cases for further development and consideration due to new evidence added since the last supplemental statement of the case.

The veteran's claims for service connection and increased ratings were mixed. Some conditions, such as left ankle lateral collateral ligament sprain and left shoulder strain, were granted service connection. Others, like allergic rhinitis and sinusitis, were denied.