Erectile dysfunction decisions — 2014

The Veteran's claim for increased ratings for PTSD, diabetes mellitus with erectile dysfunction, peripheral neuropathy, and peripheral artery disease of the left lower extremity was denied as his conditions did not meet the criteria for a higher rating under applicable VA diagnostic codes.

The Board found that the Veteran does not have erectile dysfunction that is attributable to active military service and concluded that he does not meet the criteria for service connection.

The Board has remanded the case for a VA addendum opinion regarding the etiology of ED, specifically whether it is at least as likely as not aggravated by service-connected PTSD or diabetes.

The Board has remanded the case to the RO for a video conference hearing before the Board at the RO.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for fibromyalgia, sleep apnea, a skin disorder, and a GI disorder other than GERD or IBS have all been denied as there is no current diagnosis of these conditions.

The Veteran's son is not eligible for Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs (CHAMPVA) benefits because the Veteran has not been adjudicated to have a permanent and total disability.

The Veteran has been granted service connection for Type II diabetes mellitus and erectile dysfunction, both of which are presumed to be related to his exposure to Agent Orange during military service.

The Veteran's Posttraumatic Stress Disorder is found to be related to service, while his Erectile Dysfunction is not caused by or aggravated by diabetes mellitus.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for sleep apnea, erectile dysfunction, and peripheral neuropathy of the lower extremities. The claim for SMC based on the need for aid and attendance for his spouse was also denied.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for hypertension and erectile dysfunction are being remanded due to the need for additional medical opinions regarding the etiology of these conditions.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for further development to assess the impact of his service-connected disabilities on his employability.

The Board has remanded the case due to inadequate examination regarding whether the Veteran's erectile dysfunction is aggravated by his service-connected diabetes mellitus or related to herbicide exposure.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development, including obtaining a supplemental addendum opinion from the VA examiner regarding the etiology of his erectile dysfunction and PTSD medication.

The Board has directed a new examination due to the lack of an opinion on whether the erectile dysfunction is aggravated by service-connected diabetes mellitus. The case will be remanded for this purpose.

The Veteran's service-connected conditions alone do not preclude him from engaging in substantially gainful employment, consistent with his educational and occupational background.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities alone rendered him unable to obtain or maintain a substantially gainful occupation prior to June 23, 2011.

The Veteran's hypertension claim was denied in May 2009. The Board has not found new and material evidence to reopen the claim. The Veteran does not have left upper peripheral neuropathy, to include carpal tunnel syndrome.

The Veteran's tinnitus is related to active military service and the Board has granted service connection for this condition. The issues of entitlement to service connection for a right knee disorder, erectile dysfunction, and sleep disorder are being addressed in the REMAND portion of the decision.

The Veteran is seeking service connection for type II diabetes mellitus with hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, heart disease and erectile dysfunction, including as a result of exposure to herbicides. The claim has been remanded due to the need for further verification regarding herbicide exposure.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for clarification on whether he wishes to continue his claims or withdraw them. If he continues, the VA will provide him with VCAA notice and attempt to verify any exposure to ionizing radiation.