AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00549
The PEB adjudicated non-displaced left-sided femoral neck stress fracture condition as unfitting, rated 0%, with application of the Veteran’s Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD). Left Femoral Neck Stress Fracture Condition . RECOMMENDATION : The Board, therefore, recommends that there be no recharacterization of the CI’s disability and separation determination, as follows:
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00558
The neurological examination was noted to be normal. RECOMMENDATION: The Board, therefore, recommends that there be no recharacterization of the CI’s disability and separation determination, as follows: VASRD CODE RATING 5299‐5295 Combined 10% 10% UNFITTING CONDITION Chronic Low Back Pain (LBP) Post L4/5 Fusion The following documentary evidence was considered: Exhibit A. DD Form 294, dated 20120604, w/atchs Exhibit B. Service Treatment Record Exhibit C. Department of Veterans’ Affairs...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00566
The Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) adjudicated the stiffness of the right ankle with calcific tendonitis of the Achilles tendon as unfitting, rated 10%, with application of the Veterans Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD). The Board considered if the Achilles tendonitis was a separately unfitting condition. The Board then considered the ankle condition and noted that ankylosis of a joint indicates fusion and that there is no motion with joint fusion.
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00568
The PEB adjudicated the chronic low back pain condition as unfitting, rated 20% with application of the Veteran’s Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD). A neurosurgical evaluation performed on 24 October 2001 reported that the CI complained of pain with slight bending, but that he could “walk without problems.” Examination revealed minimal paraspinal muscle spasms and minimal left sacroiliac joint tenderness. Service Treatment Record Exhibit C. Department of Veterans’ Affairs...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00569
The Board’s role is thus confined to the review of medical records and all evidence at hand to assess the fairness of PEB rating determinations, compared to Veterans Administration Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD) standards, based on ratable severity at the time of separation; and, to review those fitness determinations within its scope (as elaborated above) consistent with performance-based criteria in evidence at separation. Earlier notes in the service treatment record (STR)...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00570
Three months prior to separation, the PEB adjudicated the mechanical LBP post MVA condition as unfitting, rated 10%, with application of the DoD Instruction 1332.39 and Application of the Veterans Administration Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD) under spine rules applicable on or before 23 September 2002. At the MEB exam, 5 months before separation, the CI reported pain‐“pains that radiate down the leg from back pains” on the DD 2807 without elaboration in the NARSUM. Service...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00574
A left upper extremity radial nerve palsy (resolving) condition was identified by the MEB and also forwarded for consideration by the Physical Evaluation Board (PEB). The Board noted the more proximate timing of the VA C&P exam and the disability rating importance of the examiner’s finding of “Range of motion of the left shoulder is limited by pain, fatigue and weakness.” However, the exam did not specify that arm motion was limited by any specific value, or functionally limited to the “at...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00575
Any conditions or contention not requested in this application, or otherwise outside the Board’s defined scope of review, remain eligible for future consideration by the Army Board for Correction of Military Records. The Board evaluates DVA evidence proximal to separation in arriving at its recommendations, but its authority resides in evaluating the fairness of DES fitness decisions and rating determinations for disability at the time of separation. It noted that the two ROM sets...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00579
At the MEB examination on 24 June 2003, 10 months prior to separation, the examiner noted a history of psychotic disorder without further elaboration. The PEB coded the condition 9210 for a non specified psychotic disorder and rated it at 10% for mild impairment treated with medication. The Board noted that the CI was responding well to medications at the time of discharge from the hospital, 9 months prior to separation.
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00583
While the DES considers all of the service member's medical conditions, compensation can only be offered for those medical conditions that cut short a service member’s career, and then only to the degree of severity present at the time of final disposition. The Board’s role is confined to the review of medical records and evidence to assess the fairness of service rating and fitness determinations at separation, therefore, this issue is outside the Board’s purview. The Board noted that...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00584
Following USAPDA review, the PEB findings were upheld, and the CI was medically separated with a 20% disability rating. Post-Sep Left Forearm ROM Pronation (80⁰ is normal) Supination (85⁰ is normal) Comment §4.71a Rating (20011025) 30⁰ 90 or 70⁰ Pain with motion 20% (20020805) 63⁰ 62⁰ 0% No mention of pain Left upper extremity (forearm/wrist) condition. RECOMMENDATION: The Board, therefore, recommends that there be no recharacterization of the CI’s disability and separation determination,...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00592
The PEB adjudicated the chronic right wrist pain/instability and chronic left wrist pain/instability conditions as unfitting, rated 10% for each wrist, with a bilateral factor of 1.9% applied, providing a combined 20% permanent disability rating, citing criteria of the Veterans Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD). Chronic Left Wrist Pain/Instability. RECOMMENDATION: The Board, therefore, recommends that there be no recharacterization of the CI’s disability and separation...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00593
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS PHYSICAL DISABILITY BOARD OF REVIEW BRANCH OF SERVICE: MARINE CORPS SEPARATION DATE: 20030415 NAME: CASE NUMBER: PD1200593 BOARD DATE: 20121204 SUMMARY OF CASE: Data extracted from the available evidence of record reflects that this covered individual (CI) was an active duty LCpl/E-3 (3381/Basic Marine), medically separated for right inguinal pain, ilioinguinal neuralgia, status post repair of recurrent right inguinal hernia repair, and incidental occurrence of left...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00599
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS PHYSICAL DISABILITY BOARD OF REVIEW BRANCH OF SERVICE: ARMY SEPARATION DATE: 20020713 NAME: XXXXXXXXXXXXXX CASE NUMBER: PD1200599 BOARD DATE: 20121108 SUMMARY OF CASE: Data extracted from the available evidence of record reflects that this covered individual (CI) was an active duty SPC/E4 (11B/Infantryman), medically separated for chronic right groin pain. The VA coded the condition as 7338 Hernia, Inguinal rated at 10%. RECOMMENDATION: The Board therefore recommends...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00600
Knee ROM Flexion (140⁰ Normal) Extension (0⁰ Normal) Comment §4.71a Rating Left 115⁰ 0⁰ Obese MEB ~6 Mo. Measurements of ROM showed reduced flexion, extension, and R/L lateral bending at 85, 20, 20, and 20 degrees. The Board considered the different coding options, but with the minimal ROM limitation in evidence and no history of incapacitation, none provided an avenue to a higher rating than the 10% adjudicated by both the PEB and VA. After due deliberation, considering all of...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00604
RATING COMPARISON: Condition Bilateral Knee Pain Army PEB – dated 20030611 Code 5099-5003 Rating 0% VA (No C&P Exam done, until years later) – All Effective 20030703 Exam MEB* MEB* Left Knee Pain Right Knee Pain Rating 10% 10% Code 5099-5014 5099-5014 Condition RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS PHYSICAL DISABILITY BOARD OF REVIEW ↓No Additional MEB/PEB Entries↓ Combined: 0% Combined: 20% *VA Rating Decision (VARD) dated 20030708 was based on evidence from the Service Treatment Record, MEB, and...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00608
The PEB adjudicated the low back condition as unfitting, rated 10%, with likely application of the Veteran’s Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD). The Board evaluates DVA evidence proximal to separation in arriving at its recommendations, but its authority resides in evaluating the fairness of DES fitness decisions and rating determinations for disability at the time of Service IPEB – Dated 20030515 Condition Code 5293 Rating 10% Herniated Lumbar Disk Combined:...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00612
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS PHYSICAL DISABILITY BOARD OF REVIEW NAME: XXXXXXXXXXXXXX BRANCH OF SERVICE: ARMY CASE NUMBER: PD1200612 SEPARATION DATE: 20030819 BOARD DATE: 20130115 SUMMARY OF CASE: Data extracted from the available evidence of record reflects that this covered individual (CI) was an active duty, SPC/E‐4, (92R/Parachute Rigger), medically separated for chronic low back pain (LBP). RATING COMPARISON: Service IPEB – Dated 20030428 Condition Chronic Low Back Pain with Herniated Disc...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00614
The PEB adjudicated the traumatic arthritis of left ankle condition as unfitting, rated 10% with likely application of the Veteran’s Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD). Left Ankle Condition. RECOMMENDATION: The Board recommends that the CI’s prior determination be modified as follows, effective as of the date of his prior medical separation: UNFITTING CONDITION VASRD CODE RATING 5010 COMBINED 20% 20% Traumatic Left Ankle Arthritis The following documentary evidence was...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00615
The CI was referred to a Physical Evaluation Board (PEB), who found the right ankle instability unfitting and rated it 0%. this injury is permanent as listed in the findings of the Physical Evaluation Board which I have enclosed.” SCOPE OF REVIEW: The Board’s scope of review as defined in DoDI 6040.44, is limited to those conditions which were determined by the PEB to be specifically unfitting for continued military service; or, when requested by the CI, those condition(s) “identified but...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00616
The PEB adjudicated the right knee condition as unfitting, rated 10%, referencing the US Army Physical Disability Agency (USAPDA) pain policy. RECOMMENDATION: The Board, therefore, recommends that there be no recharacterization of the CI’s disability and separation determination, as follows: Retropatellar Pain Syndrome, Right Knee UNFITTING CONDITION VASRD CODE RATING 5099-5003 COMBINED 10% 10% 2 PD12-00616 The following documentary evidence was considered: Exhibit A. DD Form 294, dated...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00619
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS PHYSICAL DISABILITY BOARD OF REVIEW BRANCH OF SERVICE: MARINE CORPS SEPARATION DATE: 20020215 NAME: xx CASE NUMBER: PD1200619 BOARD DATE: 20130124 SUMMARY OF CASE: Data extracted from the available evidence of record reflects that this covered individual (CI) was an active duty SSgt/E-6 (2651/Special Intelligence System Administrator/Communicator), medically separated for lumbar discogenic back pain. The PEB rated the condition 20% coded 5293 for lumbar discogenic back...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00621
Asthma Condition. All treatment notes and the VA exam indicated daily inhaled medication use. Service Treatment Record Exhibit C. Department of Veterans’ Affairs Treatment Record XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX President Physical Disability Board of Review MINORITY OPINION: The minority voter agrees with the statement in the above proceedings that, “The key question to the Board was whether there was reasonable doubt as to the CI’s severity based on medication use.” The PEB rated the asthma condition...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00622
Pre-Sep 135⁰ 0⁰ 140⁰ 0⁰ ROM additionally limited by pain; slight anterior subluxation with some instability 10% 10%* Left Knee ROM Flexion (140⁰ Normal) Extension (0⁰ Normal) Comment §4.71a Rating 5099-5003 or 5010 5257 +painful motion and tenderness; 1A Lachman, +anterior drawer 10% 10%* *If instability conceded At the narrative summary (NARSUM) examination performed 3 months prior to separation (2 August 2002), the CI reported sharp anterior knee pain when twisting, and occasional swelling...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00623
The Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) adjudicated the chronic left ankle pain and back pain conditions as unfitting, rated 10% and 10% with likely application of the Veterans Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD) and AR 635-40. At the C&P examination, the CI reported back pain with activity. RECOMMENDATION: The Board, therefore, recommends that there be no recharacterization of the CI’s disability and separation determination, as follows: UNFITTING CONDITION Chronic Left Ankle...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00628
The PEB adjudicated the chronic low back pain condition as unfitting, rated 10% with application of the Veteran’s Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD). The current standards are grounded in range-of-motion (ROM) Service PEB – Dated 20011017 Condition Chronic Low Back Pain Code 5299-5295 Rating 10% ↓No Additional MEB/PEB Entries↓ Combined: 10% VA (4 Mos. Service Treatment Record Exhibit C. Department of Veterans’ Affairs Treatment Record XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX President Physical...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00630
Lumbar Spine Condition. In the matter of the cervical spine condition, the Board unanimously recommends a disability rating of 10%, coded 5290, IAW VASRD §4.71a in effect. RECOMMENDATION: The Board recommends that the CI’s prior determination be modified as follows, effective as of the date of his prior medical separation: UNFITTING CONDITION Degenerative Disc Disease, Lumbar Spine Degenerative Disc Disease, Cervical Spine The following documentary evidence was considered: Exhibit A. DD...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00631
The Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) adjudicated the neck condition as unfitting, rated 10%, with application of the Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 1332.39. Any conditions or contention not requested in this application, or otherwise outside the Board’s defined scope of review, remain eligible for future consideration by the Army Board for Correction of Military Records. Service Treatment Record Exhibit C. Department of Veterans’ Affairs Treatment...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00632
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS PHYSICAL DISABILITY BOARD OF REVIEW BRANCH OF SERVICE: MARINE CORPS SEPARATION DATE: 20020331 NAME: XXX CASE NUMBER: PD1200632 BOARD DATE: 20130214 SUMMARY OF CASE: Data extracted from the available evidence of record reflects that this covered individual (CI) was an Active Duty LCpl/E-3 (4066/Small Computer System), medically separated for post-concussive migraine headaches (HA). The Board agreed while the VA used the analogous TBI code to subsume the concussion...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00634
The PEB adjudicated the chronic abdominal and pelvic pain secondary to endometriosis as unfitting, rated 10%, with application of the Veterans Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD). (2) is limited to those conditions which were determined by the PEB to be specifically unfitting for continued military service; or, when requested by the CI, those condition(s) “identified but not determined to be unfitting by the PEB.” The ratings for unfitting conditions will be reviewed in all...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00635
Groin Pain Condition. In the matter of the bilateral hip condition, the Board unanimously recommends that each joint be rated as separately unfitting at 10%, coded 5019, IAW VASRD §4.71a. Service Treatment Record Exhibit C. Department of Veterans Affairs Treatment Record XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX President Physical Disability Board of Review SFMR-RB MEMORANDUM FOR Commander, US Army Physical Disability Agency (TAPD-ZB / ), 2900 Crystal Drive, Suite 300, Arlington, VA 22202-3557 SUBJECT:...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00636
At that time the PEB adjudicated schizoaffective disorder as permanently unfitting, rated 10% with application of the Veterans Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD). TDRL RATING COMPARISON: Service IPEB – Dated 20021219 Condition On TDRL – 19990414 Schizoaffective Disorder No Additional MEB/PEB Entries Combined: 10% Code 9211 Rating TDRL 30% Sep. 10% VA – All Effective Date 19990415 Code Condition Schizoaffective Disorder 9211* 0% x 0/Not Service-Connected x 0 Combined:...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00639
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS PHYSICAL DISABILITY BOARD OF REVIEW BRANCH OF SERVICE: ARMY SEPARATION DATE: 20030627 NAME: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX CASE NUMBER: PD1200639 BOARD DATE: 20130206 SUMMARY OF CASE: Data extracted from the available evidence of record reflects that this covered individual (CI) was an active duty SFC/E-7 (96B4H/Intelligence Analyst), medically separated for bilateral knee pain with history left knee lateral release and findings of Grade III chondromalacia of left patellofemoral...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00642
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS PHYSICAL DISABILITY BOARD OF REVIEW SEPARATION DATE: 20020731 NAME: XXXXXXXXXXXXXX BRANCH OF SERVICE: ARMY CASE NUMBER: PD1200642 BOARD DATE: 20121025 SUMMARY OF CASE: Data extracted from the available evidence reflects that this covered individual (CI) was an active duty SPC/E-4, (31U, Communications Specialist) medically separated for Type II diabetes mellitus (DM). Pre-Separation) – Effective Date 20020801 Code Rating Condition Code Rating Exam Condition Diabetes...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00647
The PEB adjudicated the chronic right hip pain condition as unfitting, rated 10%, with application of the Veterans Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD). The MEB NARSUM mentioned both hip and low back pain (LBP) secondary to the injury sustained by the CI in October 2000. Although the hip and back pains were reported to be associated, the Board noted the medical record indicated the CI experience back pain one year later after the hip injury.
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00648
L3/4 and L4/5 Disc Herniation Status Post Laminectomy (Low Back Pain) Condition [Including Associated Lower Back Conditions]. Post-Sep 80⁰ 30⁰ - - 30⁰ 30⁰ - “Mild motion”; + spasm; X-ray: reversal of the the lumbar spine 20% curvature of limitation of At the MEB examination, dictated 5 months prior to separation, the CI reported pain in his back radiating to his buttocks and hamstrings, without weakness. 3 PD1200648 RECOMMENDATION: The Board recommends that the CI’s prior determination be...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00651
The PEB adjudicated the right hip condition as unfitting, rated 10%, referencing the US Army Physical Disability Agency (USAPDA) pain policy. The only alternative joint code reasonably considered is 5299-5255 (femur, impairment of), which offers a 20% rating for ‘moderate’ hip disability and 30% for ‘marked’ hip disability. RECOMMENDATION: The Board, therefore, recommends that there be no recharacterization of the CI’s disability and separation determination, as follows: VASRD CODE...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00652
He was issued a permanent P3 profile and underwent a Medical Evaluation Board (MEB). The MEB physical exam demonstrated a surgically absent right testicle and a normal left testicle. Service Treatment Record Exhibit C. Department of Veterans’ Affairs Treatment Record XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX President Physical Disability Board of Review SFMR-RB MEMORANDUM FOR Commander, US Army Physical Disability Agency (TAPD-ZB / ), 2900 Crystal Drive, Suite 300, Arlington, VA 22202-3557 SUBJECT: Department of...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00653
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS PHYSICAL DISABILITY BOARD OF REVIEW BRANCH OF SERVICE: MARINE CORPS NAME: XXXX CASE NUMBER: PD1200653 SEPARATION DATE: 20020618 BOARD DATE: 20130228 SUMMARY OF CASE: Data extracted from the available evidence of record reflects that this covered individual (CI) was an active duty Marine, SGT/E-5 (5544/Musician), medically separated for status post (s/p) left L4-L5 and L5-S1 herniated nucleus pulposus (HNP). Ratings for unfitting conditions will be reviewed in all...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00656
That MEB forwarded bilateral exertional compartment syndrome; left leg status post (s/p) anterior compartment release with recurrent anterior and lateral exertional compartment syndrome; bilateral leg pain and numbness secondary to the first two conditions; and left leg anterior compartment fascial defect s/p anterior compartment release to the Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) IAW SECNAVINST 1850.4E. Pre-Separation) – Effective Date...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00657
Any conditions or contention not requested in this application, or otherwise outside the Board’s defined scope of review, remain eligible for future consideration by the Army Board for Correction of Military Records. The VA and PEB each rated the plantar fasciitis at 10% for each foot. 2 PD1200657 RECOMMENDATION: The Board, therefore, recommends that there be no recharacterization of the CI’s disability and separation determination, as follows: UNFITTING CONDITION Bilateral Plantar...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00661
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS PHYSICAL DISABILITY BOARD OF REVIEW BRANCH OF SERVICE: ARMY SEPARATION DATE: 20010926 NAME: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX CASE NUMBER: PD1200661 BOARD DATE: 20130108 SUMMARY OF CASE: Data extracted from the available evidence of record reflects that this covered individual (CI) was an active duty SGT/E-5 (11B20/Infantryman) medically separated for chronic low back pain (LBP). Based on the evidence in the treatment record, the Board unanimously agreed that the CI’s low back condition...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00666
Post-Separation) – All Effective Date 20070105 Condition Chronic Neck Pain Chronic R/Shoulder Pain S/P AC Separation PTSD Hearing Loss/Tinnitus Code 5241 Rating 10% 5099-5003 10% Not Unfitting Not Unfitting Condition Cervical Fusion C5-6-7 w/Hardware DJD R/Acromioclavicular Joint w/Fractured Clavicle PTSD Tinnitus Bilateral Hearing Loss Code 5241 5201 9411 6260 6100 Rating 10%* 20% 50% 10% 0% Exam 20070306 20070306 20070306 20070306 20070306 ↓No Additional MEB/PEB Entries↓ Combined: 20% 0% X...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00669
Raynaud’s Disease Condition. Asthma Condition. Pre-Sep Post-bronchodilator values 78% 106% Meds Albuterol as needed Advair & Singulair discussed Lungs were clear + 8% bronchodilator response Albuterol 30min prior to exercise No Advair use documented Singulair used Normal lung exam Albuterol as needed No Advair use documented Lung exam was normal §4.97 Rating 10% 30% 10% * §4.96 (d) 4 states post-bronchodilator PFT studies required for disability evaluation At the MEB exam prepared...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00672
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS PHYSICAL DISABILITY BOARD OF REVIEW NAME: XXX BRANCH OF SERVICE: NAVY CASE NUMBER: PD1200672 SEPARATIONDATE: 20020731 BOARD DATE: 20130125 SUMMARY OF CASE: Data extracted from the available evidence of record reflects that this covered individual (CI) was an active duty PO2/E-5 (BU2/Builder Second Class), medically separated for bilateral carpal instability. On 30 October 2001, the PEB adjudicated bilateral carpal instability as unfitting, rated 10% and 10%, with...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00674
The narrative summary notes a 5-year history of lower back pain (LBP) dating to 1996 when the CI reported back pain after heavy lifting. The MEB examination documented tenderness to palpation along the left paraspinal area at L4-L5 with decreased flexion and extension strength and a slightly decreased deep tendon reflex (DTR) at the left patella. VASRD CODE RATING 5299-5295 COMBINED 10% 10% UNFITTING CONDITION Spondylolisthesis L4 on L5 With Degenerative Disc Disease The following...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00677
The Board’s authority as defined in DoDI 6040.44, however, resides in evaluating the fairness of DES fitness determinations and rating decisions for disability at the time of separation and is limited to conditions adjudicated by the PEB as either unfitting or not unfitting. At the VA Compensation and Pension exam performed a month prior to separation, the CI reported decreased sensation, continued weakness, and poor range‐of‐motion of the left thumb and hand. The VA rated the left thumb...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00681
The Board also considered the VCD condition diagnosed in July 2001, considered a Category II condition by the PEB and rated 0% by the VA. After follow up with the speech therapist in August 2001, there were no further documented complaints related to VCD symptoms in the service treatment record and no further visits required for care of the condition. In the matter of the reactive airway disease condition, the Board unanimously recommends a disability rating of 30%, coded 6602 IAW VASRD...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00683
RATING COMPARISON: Service IPEB – Dated 20030408 Code Condition 5293‐5299‐ Back Pain secondary to 5295 HNP w/o radicular signs ↓No Addi(cid:415)onal MEB/PEB Entries↓ Combined: 10% Rating 10% RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS PHYSICAL DISABILITY BOARD OF REVIEW VA (2 Mos. RECOMMENDATION: The Board, therefore, unanimously recommends that there be no recharacterization of the CI’s disability and separation determination, as follows: UNFITTING CONDITION Back Pain Secondary to HNP w/o Radicular Signs VASRD...
AF | PDBR | CY2012 | PD2012-00688
The MEB forwarded no other conditions for Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) adjudication. The PEB rated the knee condition as 5099‐5003 at 10% for pain “rated as slight /constant.” The VA rated 10% under 5010 for painful motion and tenderness. Service Treatment Record Exhibit C. Department of Veterans’ Affairs Treatment Record SFMR‐RB XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX, DAF President Physical Disability Board of Review MEMORANDUM FOR Commander, US Army Physical Disability Agency (TAPD‐ZB / XXXXXXXXX), 2900...