AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02062
The Board’s assessment of the PEB rating determinations is confined to review of medical records and all available evidence for application of the Veterans Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD) standards to the unfitting medical condition at the time of separation. RATING COMPARISON : PEB – Dated 20030804VA* -(~5 Mos. Tibial Stress Fracture5022-500310%Residuals…Stress Fracture Left…52620%20040324Other x 0 (Not In Scope)Other x 0 RATING: 10%RATING: 0% *Derived from VA Rating...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02064
The “chronic lower back pain with left sacroiliac dysfunction and disc protrusion at L5-S1” was forwarded to the Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) IAW AR 40-501. RATING COMPARISON : IPEB – Dated 20051013VA* -based on Service Treatment Records(STR)ConditionCodeRatingConditionCodeRatingExam Chronic Radiating Low Back Pain524310%Chronic Low Back Pain w/Left Sacroiliac Dysfunction and Disc Protrusion at L5-S1523810%NO SHOW/STROther x 0 (Not In Scope)Other x 12 RATING: 10%RATING: 10% *Derived from...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02065
The Board’s assessment of the PEB rating determinations is confined to review of medical records and all available evidence for application of the Veterans Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD) standards to the unfitting medical condition at the time of separation. The MEB physical exam performed 7 months prior to separation noted tender posterior cervical muscles, pain limited range-of-motion (ROM) and normal strength both upper extremities. The CI’s low back pain (LBP) began...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02071
The Board’s assessment of the PEB rating determinations is confined to review of medical records and all available evidence for application of the Veterans Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD) standards to the unfitting medical condition at the time of separation. The Board directed attention to its rating recommendationbased on the above evidence.The PEB rated the back condition 10%, coded 5237 (lumbosacral strain) and the VA rated it 10%, coded 5243 (intervertebral disc...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02074
The Board’s assessment of the PEB rating determinations is confined to review of medical records and all available evidence for application of the Veterans Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD) standards to the unfitting medical condition at the time of separation. On 3 May 2002, he re-injured his back. This note recorded that the injury was on 7 May 2002.
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02078
On the history for the 10 March 2000 enlistment onto active duty, the CI denied any knee problems including operations or hospitalizations. At the MEB examination on 11 May 2005, two months prior to separation, the CI reported four arthroscopies. The only other profile in evidence, dated 19 July 2004, noted only the left knee.The Board directed attention to its rating recommendation based on the above evidence.
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02079
The Board’s assessment of the PEB rating determinations is confined to review of medical records and all available evidence for application of the Veterans Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD) standards to the unfitting medical condition at the time of separation. The examiner noted X-rays of both hips performed on 12 August 2009 were normal.At the VA Compensation and Pension (C&P) examination on 29 October 2009, 9 months after separation, there was full ROM of both hips with...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02088
Post-Separation) ConditionCodeRatingConditionCodeRatingExam Right Foot Pain528410%Residuals, Fracture of Right Fifth Toe528410%20060921Other x 0 (Not in Scope)Other x 220060921 Rating: 10%Combined Rating: 10%Derived from VA Rating Decision (VARD)dated 20061107 ( most proximate to date of separation [DOS]) Right Foot Pain . After careful review of all available evidence, the Board determined that, at the time of separation, the CI’s right foot condition was best described as “moderate.”...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02089
Post-Separation) ConditionCodeRatingConditionCodeRatingExam DJD, Right Knee500310%DJD, Right Knee526110%20040916Other x 0 (Not In Scope)Other x 8 RATING: 10%RATING: 20% *Derived from VA Rating Decision (VARD)dated 20050729(most proximate to date of separation (DOS)). RECOMMENDATION : The Board, therefore, recommends that there be no re-characterization of the CI’s disability and separation determination. Exhibit C. Department of Veterans Affairs Treatment Record
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02094
The Board’s assessment of the PEB rating determinations is confined to review of medical records and all available evidence for application of theVASRD standards to the unfitting medical condition at the time of separation. A VA Compensation and Pension (C&P) examination was conducted on 8 February 2006 (a monthafter separation), and documented only the symptom of “shortness of breath with forward bending or lifting;” and, and stated “she does not have any asthma attacks ... [and] ... no...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02096
The Board’s assessment of the PEB rating determinations is confined to review of medical records and all available evidence for application of the Veterans Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD) standards to the unfitting medical condition at the time of separation. Left shoulder arthrography and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the left shoulderwere normal.A neurologic physical examination in January 2006 reported findings suggestive of thoracic outlet syndrome (upper...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02098
The PEB adjudicated “bilateral ilio-tibial band syndrome (snapping hip)…”as unfitting, rated 0%, with likely application of the Veterans Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD).The remaining condition was determined to be not unfitting.The CI made no appeals and was medically separated. Range-of-motion (ROM) of the knees was not in evidence.His hip examination revealed a notable “pop” in the ITB, bilaterally. BOARD FINDINGS : IAW DoDI 6040.44, provisions of DoD or Military...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02100
The hip condition, characterized as “right hip pain secondary to right hip labral tear” was forwarded to the Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) IAW AR 40-501No other conditions were submitted by the MEB.The Informal PEB (IPEB) adjudicated chronic right hip pain as unfitting rated 10% citing application of the US Army Physical Disability Agency (USAPDA) pain policy. X-rays at the time of the VA C&P examination reported presence of degenerative joint changes.The Board directed attention to its...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02101
The hammertoe condition, characterized as “right foot pain with contractures toes 2-3-4-5, spasm toe #1, and metatarsalgia 2-3” was forwarded to the Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) IAW AR 40-501.No other conditions were submitted by the MEB. The Informal PEB adjudicated “hammertoe deformity right foot with hammering evident 2-5 toes”as unfitting rated 10% with application of the VA Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD). Repeat bone scan performed on 28 June 2007 showed a normal exam...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02102
Chronic Left Ankle Pain Condition . The Board agreed that the evidence in record supported the left ankle condition to be “mild” given the CI’s ability to transfer easily from sitting to standing without pain,to have a normal gait, normal ROM, to work out once a week on a treadmill,and the report that the ankle condition had no impact on work or daily activities. RECOMMENDATION : The Board, therefore, recommends that there be no re-characterization of the CI’s disability and separation...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02105
The Board’s assessment of the PEB rating determinations is confined to review of medical records and all available evidence for application of the Veterans Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD) standards to the unfitting medical condition at the time of separation. Low Back Condition . The Board considered the 5292 limitation of motion code and noted there were no entries in the treatment records to support a rating under this code since all of the recorded ROM were described as full.
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02106
Right Inguinal Pain Condition .The treatment record reflected that the CI had a right-sided inguinal hernia repair done in 2005 with a return of painful symptoms in 2006. BOARD FINDINGS : IAW DoDI 6040.44, provisions of DoD or Military Department regulations or guidelines relied upon by the PEB will not be considered by the Board to the extent they were inconsistent with the VASRD in effect at the time of the adjudication.The Board did not surmise from the record or PEB ruling in this case...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02107
The Board’s assessment of the PEB rating determinations is confined to review of medical records and all available evidence for application of the Veterans Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD) standards to the unfitting medical condition at the time of separation. Bone scan and X-rays of the wrists were normal, and physical examinations by physical therapy and orthopedic surgery were otherwise negative for other conditions. The VA determined the chronic bilateral wrist pain was...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02109
The Board’s assessment of the PEB rating determinations is confined to review of medical records and all available evidence for application of theVASRD standards to the unfitting medical condition at the time of separation. A pain specialist opined that thoracic and lumbar spondylosis and myofascial pain were the causes of the back pain, although imaging studies of the thoracic spine were normal. In the matter of the chronic thoracolumbar back pain condition and IAW VASRD §4.71a, the Board...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02113
SEPARATION DATE: 20060510 The Board’s assessment of the PEB rating determinations is confined to review of medical records and all available evidence for application of the VASRD standards to the unfitting medical condition at the time of separation. RECOMMENDATION : The Board, therefore, recommends that there be no re-characterization of the CI’s disability and separation determination.
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02114
The Board’s assessment of the PEB rating determinations is confined to review of medical records and all available evidence for application of the VASRD standards to the unfitting medical condition at the time of separation. RECOMMENDATION : The Board, therefore, recommends that there be no re-characterization of the CI’s disability and separation determination. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX, AR20150010552 (PD201402114)I have reviewed the enclosed Department of Defense Physical Disability Board of...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02116
The Board’s assessment of the PEB rating determinations is confined to review of medical records and all available evidence for application of theVASRD standards to the unfitting medical condition at the time of separation. Left Shoulder Pain Condition . He was then given a permanent profile.The NARSUM, dated 14 August 2008, documented focused examination of the shoulders that demonstrated normal right shoulder, tenderness to palpation of the left shoulder, no instability, and no evidence...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02119
Post-Separation)ConditionCodeRatingConditionCodeRatingExam Lumbosacral Strain523710%Lumbar Spine Strain523720%20080206Other x0 (Not in Scope)Other x8 (Not in Scope)20080206 Rating: 10%Combined: 100%*Derived from VA Rating Decision (VARD)dated 20080530(most proximate to date of separation) ANALYSIS SUMMARY :IAW DoDI 6040.44, the Board’s authority is limited to making recommendations on correcting disability determinations. Based on the ROM measurements documented in the C&P exam and after...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02120
“Lumbago”was forwarded to the Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) IAW AR 40-501.AnInformal PEB (IPEB) adjudicated chronic low back pain(LBP) without neurologic abnormality as unfitting, rated 0%. The Board’s assessment of the PEB rating determinations is confined to review of medical records and all available evidence for application of theVeterans Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD) standards to the unfitting medical condition at the time of separation. RECOMMENDATION : The...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02121
A neurology evaluation performed on 1March 2005 as part of his pain evaluation. The chest wall pain was diagnosed as costo-chondritis and the left upper arm pain was secondary to both a blood clot and a neuropathy of the ulnar nerve. BOARD FINDINGS : IAW DoDI 6040.44, provisions of DoD or Military Department regulations or guidelines relied upon by the PEB will not be considered by the Board to the extent they were inconsistent with the VASRD in effect at the time of the adjudication.The...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02124
The MEB also identified and forwarded four additional conditions, “Post-concussive headaches (controlled with medication, not unfitting for military duty); Thrombocytopenia (acute; not unfitting for military duty); Recurrent epistaxis (EPTS) and Recurrent major depression (EPTS; not unfitting for military duty).” The PEB adjudicated “neurocardiogenic syncope” as unfitting, rated 10% with likely application of the VA Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD). BOARD FINDINGS : IAW DoDI...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02125
The Board’s assessment of the PEB rating determinations is confined to review of medical records and all available evidence for application of the VASRD standards to the unfitting medical condition at the time of separation. The examiner stated that the CI reported current lumbar pain “with radiculopathy” that was present constantly, and waxed and waned through the day.The CI also reported that he “currently” experienced elbow problems “during load bearing activities, such as weight...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02127
No other conditionwas submitted by the MEB.The Informal PEB adjudicated “chronic low back pain”as unfitting, rated 10%, with application of the VA Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD). The Board’s assessment of the PEB rating determinations is confined to review of medical records and all available evidence for application of theVASRD standards to the unfitting medical condition at the time of separation. RECOMMENDATION : The Board, therefore, recommends that there be no...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02130
She was issued a P4 profile and referred for a Medical Evaluation Board (MEB). The CI non-concurred but later concurred with the PEB findings and recommendations and was medically separated. Post-Separation) ConditionCodeRatingConditionCodeRatingExam Diabetes Mellitus Type I 791320%Diabetes Mellitus791320%20031212Diabetic Retinopathy w/ Lattice Degeneration600710%20031221Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy, LLE8599-852010%20031212Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy, RLE8599-852010%20031212Other x 0...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02131
Post-Separation) ConditionCodeRatingConditionCodeRatingExam Left Knee Pain5099-50030%Incomplete Tear, Medial Ligament, Left Knee526010%20050901Other x 0 (Not In Scope)Other x 11 RATING: 0%RATING: 40% *Derived from VA Rating Decision (VARD)dated 20051213(most proximate to date of separation (DOS)). Left Knee Pain . An orthopedic evaluation 7 January 2005 noted left knee range-of-motion (ROM) of extension-flexion of 0-95 degrees (normal 0–140) with tenderness topalpation (TTP) over the...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02132
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGSPHYSICAL DISABILITY BOARD OF REVIEWNAME: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX CASE: PD-2014-02132BRANCH OF SERVICE: MARINE CORPSBOARD DATE: 20150107 SEPARATION DATE: 20021130 The low back condition, characterized as “mild lumbar degenerative disc disease” (DDD) and “low back pain,” was forwarded to the Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) IAW SECNAVINST 1850.4E; no other conditions were submitted by the MEB.The PEB adjudicated “low back pain”as unfitting, rated 10%.
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02134
Left Knee Condition . (Normal: 140 and 0 degrees).On an orthopedic exam on 7 May 2001, surgical incisions were well healed and the knee had no lateral instability (varus/valgus) but mild “laxity” at the ACL repair site (1A Lachman test).At the MEB/NARSUM evaluationon 25 June 2001, 4 months prior to separation, the CI reported a continued inability to walk or run without knee pain. Mild anterior laxity was again noted (1A Lachman test).ROM results are in the chart below.On the DD Form 2808...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02137
The “diabetes mellitus, type 1 (insulin dependent)” condition was forwarded to the Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) as not meeting retention standards IAW AR 40-501.The MEB also identified and forwarded “hyperlipidemia” as meeting retention standards, for further PEB adjudication.The Informal PEB adjudicated “insulin dependent diabetes” as unfitting, rated 20%. The Board’s assessment of the PEB rating determinations is confined to review of medical records and all available evidence for...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02142
The Board’s assessment of the PEB rating determinations is confined to review of medical records and all available evidence for application of theVASRD standards to the unfitting medical condition at the time of separation. Chronic Upper Back Pain Condition . RECOMMENDATION : The Board, therefore, recommends that there be no re-characterization of the CI’s disability and separation determination.
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02144
SEPARATION DATE: 20050628 The Board’s assessment of the PEB rating determinations is confined to review of medical records and all available evidence for application of the VASRD standards to the unfitting medical condition at the time of separation. The Board also considered if there was evidence in the record to support recommending the RLE radiculopathy as a separately unfitting condition eligible for additional disability rating.
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02145
Post-Separation)ConditionCodeRatingConditionCodeRatingExam Complex Regional Pain… Chronic Right Knee pain8699-862020%Right Knee Strain…50200%20090612 2 Mid-Frequency Bilateral Hearing LossNot UnfittingHearing Loss, Left Ear61000%20090612 2 Hearing Loss, Right Ear6100NSC20090612 2 History of Shoulder PainNot UnfittingLeft Shoulder Condition5201NSC20081021Right Shoulder Strain5201NSC20081021History of Low Back PainNot UnfittingLumbar Degeneration…52420%20090612 2 Dermatitis on HandNot...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02147
The Board’s assessment of the PEB rating determinations is confined to review of medical records and all available evidence for application of the Veterans Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD) standards to the unfitting medical condition at the time of separation. The range-of-motion (ROM) and neurological examination were normal. The radiculopathy condition was reviewed and considered by the Board.
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02152
The InformalPEBadjudicated chronic right knee pain as unfitting, rated 10%, with citedapplication of the US Army Physical Disability Agency (USAPDA) pain policy. The Board’s assessment of the PEB rating determinations is confined to review of medical records and all available evidence for application of the Veterans Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD) standards to the unfitting medical condition at the time of separation. ...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02157
Left Shoulder Pain . The NARSUM examination noted tenderness to palpation over the lumbar spine over the muscles, while the VA C&P examination revealed normal curvature of the lumbosacral spine and no paraspinal muscle spasm. RECOMMENDATION : The Board, therefore, recommends that there be no re-characterization of the CI’s disability and separation determination.
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02180
The CI made no appeals and was medically separated. The PEB and VA both used code 7913 (DM) and rated it at 20%. RECOMMENDATION : The Board, therefore, recommends that there be no re-characterization of the CI’s disability and separation determination.
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02185
Right Foot Pain Condition. At the time of the NARSUM, the CI noted he continued to have right foot pain described as a constant throbbing pain of intensity level 9/10, and with limitations of activity and pain medications, the pain level reduced to 3/10. The physician evaluated the complaint of bilateral knee pain and right shoulder subluxation, and determined that there was no evidence of pathology to render diagnoses, i.e., range-of-motion and physical examination were normal in both...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02189
The PEBadjudicated “chronic neck pain”as unfitting, rated 10% with likely application of the Veterans Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD), and “chronic bilateral anterior knee pain” rated 0%with application of the US Army Physical Disability Agency (USAPDA) pain policy.The remaining conditions were determined to be not unfitting.The CI made no appeals and was medically separated. Chronic Bilateral Knee Pain Condition .Review of the service treatment record (STR) revealed a...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02190
The Board’s assessment of the PEB rating determinations is confined to review of medical records and all available evidence for application of the Veterans Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD) standards to the unfitting medical condition at the time of separation. Pre/Post-Separation)ConditionCodeRatingConditionCodeRatingExam Major Depressive Disorder, Single Episode, Moderate…943410%Major Depressive Disorder9434---%20070106Other x 0 (Not In Scope)Other x 3 RATING: 10%RATING:...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02194
The Board’s assessment of the PEB rating determinations is confined to review of medical records and all available evidence for application of the Veterans Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD) standards to the unfitting medical condition at the time of separation. Post-Separation)ConditionCodeRatingConditionCodeRatingExam Ulcerative Colitis732310%Ulcerative Colitis732310%20060913Other x 0 (Not In Scope)Other x 6 RATING: 10%RATING: 30% *Derived from VA Rating Decision (VARD)dated...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02198
The “cardiomyopathy, non-ischemic” condition was the only condition forwarded to the Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) IAW AR 40-501.The Informal PEBadjudicated “cardiomyopathy, non-ischemic”as unfitting, rated 10%, with likely application of the VA Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD). Post-Separation)ConditionCodeRatingConditionCodeRatingExam Cardiomyopathy, Non-Ischemic 702010%Idiopathic Cardiomyopathy700560%20061028Other x 0 (Not In Scope)Other x 2 RATING: 10%RATING: 60% *Derived from...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02200
The back condition, characterized as “chronic lumbar and thoracic back pain,” was forwarded to the Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) IAW AR 40-501. Neurological exam showed no focal abnormalities.On 25 February 2003, about 6 months after separation, the CI had another VA exam. Based on a thorough review of the evidence in the treatment record, the Board determined that, at the time of separation, the CI’s back condition was best described as “slight.” There was insufficient evidence to...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02201
The Board’s assessment of the PEB rating determinations is confined to review of medical records and all available evidence for application of the Veterans Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD) standards to the unfitting medical condition at the time of separation. RATING COMPARISON : ReconsiderationIPEB – dated 20070427VA* – (~34months Post-Separation) ConditionCodeRatingConditionCodeRatingExam Chronic Lumbar Strain524320%Chronic Lumbar Strain523710%20100716Radiculopathy, Left...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02202
The CI appealed this decision to the Secretary of Air Force Personnel Council (SAFPC) which changed the DVT condition to“ pulmonary thromboembolism” with a 0% rating and determined that the PAFdid not contribute to the CI’s unfitness and therefore, did not warrant a disability rating. The Board’s assessment of the PEB rating determinations is confined to review of medical records and all available evidence for application of the Veterans Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD)...
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02204
The osteopenia condition was determined to be not unfitting by the PEB. Autoimmune Hepatitis Condition (AIH) . RECOMMENDATION : The Board, therefore, recommends that there be no recharacterization of the CI’s disability and separation determination.
AF | PDBR | CY2014 | PD-2014-02205
The CI was profiled and permitted to take the Army physical fitness test, alternate aerobic portion.He was issued a permanent L3 profileand referred for a Medical Evaluation Board (MEB).The skin condition (hypertrophic scar)was forwarded to the Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) IAW AR 40-501.The MEB also forwarded four other conditions (see rating comparison chart below), all judged to meet retention standards.The Informal PEB found the hypertrophic scar on the left foot unfitting and rated it...