Erectile dysfunction decisions — 2023

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and service connection are being remanded due to the failure of VA examinations. The Veteran is requested to provide updated evidence, including rescheduling of examinations.

The Veteran's entitlement to service connection for obstructive sleep apnea is granted.,The Veteran's entitlement to service connection for erectile dysfunction, associated with his service-connected major depressive disorder, is remanded.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for headaches, ED, and a traumatic brain injury have been dismissed. The appeal for recoupment of separation pay by withholding VA benefits due to TBI has been remanded.

The Veteran's service-connected prostate cancer with urinary incontinence, along with other disabilities, has rendered him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation. The Board granted his TDIU claim.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have rendered him unable to secure or follow substantially gainful employment as of June 1, 2017. Basic eligibility for Dependents' Educational Assistance under 38 U.S.C. Chapter 35 is established effective as of June 1, 2017.

The Veteran is granted special monthly compensation (SMC) at the statutory housebound rate effective April 1, 2020. The claim for SMC prior to December 31, 2019 was dismissed as moot.

The Board has determined that the withholding of VA compensation benefits to recoup Separation Pay in the amount of $31,101.34 was proper and this appeal must be denied as a matter of law.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, excluding the loss of use of both feet, meet the criteria for an award of aid and attendance benefits under 38 U.S.C. § 1114(l). This entitles him to special monthly compensation at the rate specified in 38 U.S.C. § 1114(r)(1).

The Veteran's service connection for a left wrist scar from carpal tunnel surgery is denied. The Board has also remanded the claim for erectile dysfunction due to potential secondary service connection.

The Veteran's type II diabetes mellitus, erectile dysfunction (already service-connected), peripheral vascular disease of the right leg, and left eye optic nerve pallor are not rated higher than their current levels.,The Veteran's erectile dysfunction is already service-connected and thus does not warrant a separate rating.

The Veteran's claims of service connection for various conditions, including skin conditions, recurrent headaches, dizziness and vertigo, bilateral lower extremity neuropathy, fatigue syndrome, gastrointestinal disorder, and erectile dysfunction have been dismissed as the Veteran withdrew his appeals. The claim for a rating in excess of 50 percent for PTSD prior to March 26, 2019 was also dismissed.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection for reproductive disability, right lower extremity peripheral neuropathy, left lower extremity peripheral neuropathy, and diverticulitis due to herbicide exposure. The AOJ is required to obtain VA examinations and medical opinions regarding whether these conditions are etiologically related to the Veteran's TERA (terrestrial environmental risk activity) exposure.

The Board has determined that additional development is needed to address the Veteran's claims for service connection and evaluation of his acquired psychiatric disorder, residuals of a concussion, erectile dysfunction, and bilateral hearing loss. The VA will attempt to schedule examinations and obtain any outstanding medical records.

The Veteran's chronic sinusitis is granted under the PACT Act, and his degenerative joint disease, thoracolumbar spine rating is restored.,PTSD results in occupational and social impairment with deficiencies in most areas. His diabetes mellitus with erectile dysfunction requires restricted diet or insulin therapy from September 19, 2015, to July 7, 2017, and one daily injection of insulin thereafter.,The Veteran's radiculopathy, right lower extremity is granted an increased rating, but tinnitus remains at the maximum schedular evaluation.,PTSD results in occupational and social impairment with deficiencies in most areas. His diabetes mellitus with erectile dysfunction requires restricted diet or insulin therapy from September 19, 2015, to July 7, 2017, and one daily injection of insulin thereafter.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection for a nasal disorder and erectile dysfunction, as well as the TDIU claim due to issues with the medical opinions provided. The claims are being returned for further development.

The Board has remanded the cases of Erectile Dysfunction and Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma for additional development, including obtaining VA medical opinions regarding their etiology.

The Board has determined that new and material evidence has been received to reopen the Veteran's claim for service connection for diabetes mellitus. The Veteran is also remanded for additional examinations related to his claimed disabilities, including bilateral feet, ankles, knees, shoulders, skin, frequent urination, migraines, PTSD, acquired psychiatric disorder other than PTSD, and Bell's palsy.

The Veteran's appeal includes multiple issues related to his service-connected psychiatric disorder, left knee and right knee disabilities, gout, stroke, erectile dysfunction, hypertension, actinic keratosis, bilateral knee scars, ear and forearm scars, sleep apnea, and TDIU. The Board has determined that additional VA treatment records need to be considered before a decision can be made.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's service-connected disabilities do not render him unemployable, and he continues to maintain employment as a real estate agent. As such, entitlement to a TDIU is denied.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient information regarding the nature and etiology of the Veteran's genitourinary condition, including whether it is related to service or any specific exposure event. The Veteran seeks service connection for erectile dysfunction and other genitourinary conditions.