Erectile dysfunction decisions — 2024

The Veteran's claim for a compensable rating for erectile dysfunction is denied because the condition has already been assigned the maximum schedular rating available.

The Veteran's prostate cancer is granted service connection due to herbicide agent exposure in Thailand. His erectile dysfunction, which is caused by his prostate cancer, also receives service connection.

Service connection is granted for prostate cancer, urinary frequency due to prostate cancer, and erectile dysfunction (ED) due to prostate cancer.,Service connection is also granted for migraine headaches.

Service connection is granted for diabetes mellitus, type II, prostate cancer, and coronary artery disease due to herbicide exposure during service in Thailand.,The Veteran's bilateral lower extremity diabetic peripheral neuropathy, erectile dysfunction, and hypertension are also granted as secondary to the service-connected conditions.

The Board has decided to remand the claim for ED due to insufficient evidence and a need for further examination.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for a penile condition, finding no evidence to support a link between his current disability and his military service.

The Veteran's appeals for service connection were denied, and the appeal for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability was remanded. The VA found no evidence to support higher ratings or separate evaluations for his disabilities.

The Veteran's service-connected left foot condition has led to secondary disabilities including posterior tibial tendonitis, GERD, erectile dysfunction, left ventricular hypertrophy with PVCs, and low testosterone. The Board granted service connection for these conditions.

The Board has decided to remand the claims of entitlement to service connection for ED secondary to service-connected CAD and DM due to a duty-to-assist error. The VA medical opinions obtained were inadequate as they did not address whether the Veteran's ED was caused or aggravated by his service-connected conditions, nor did they consider the potential aggravation of ED by herbicide exposure.

The Veteran's service-connected conditions, including major depressive disorder and persistent depressive disorder, have prevented him from securing or maintaining substantially gainful employment prior to July 27, 2023. The Board has determined that a TDIU is warranted beginning on this date. However, the AOJ must correct any duplicate ratings for his service-connected conditions and refer the case to the Director of Compensation Service for consideration of an extraschedular TDIU prior to July 27, 2023.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities do not meet the eligibility criteria for financial assistance in purchasing an automobile or adaptive equipment, as they do not result in physical loss of use of hands or feet, severe burn injury, vision impairment, or ALS.

The Veteran's claim for a higher rating for erectile dysfunction is denied as he is already receiving the maximum schedular rating available and special monthly compensation based on loss of use of a creative organ.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection for nephrology, apocrine hidrocystoma of the left eyelid and nose, diabetes mellitus, diabetic retinopathy, bilateral lower extremity diabetic neuropathy, hypertension, and erectile dysfunction is remanded due to insufficient evidence.,The Veteran's compensable rating claim for apocrine hidrocystoma of the left eyelid and nose is also remanded.

The Board has decided to remand five issues related to the Veteran's service connection claims, including prostate condition, hypertension, sleep apnea, erectile dysfunction (secondary to hypertension), and SMC based on loss of use of a creative organ. The AOJ is required to obtain VA treatment records prior to October 25, 2008, Reserve service treatment and personnel records, and an additional VA medical opinion regarding the Veteran's prostate condition.

The Veteran's claim for a compensable rating for his service-connected erectile dysfunction is denied. The Board found that the evidence does not support the presence of penile deformity, which is required for a 20% disability rating under Diagnostic Code 7522.

The Veteran's claims for an earlier effective date for the 100 percent rating for PTSD, persistent depressive disorder to include TBI, and posttraumatic headaches are denied. The claim for restoration of the 30 percent rating for hypothyroidism is granted.

The Board has decided to remand the claim of service connection for erectile dysfunction (ED) as secondary to PTSD due to insufficient medical opinions addressing proximate cause and potential aggravation.

The Board has identified duty to assist errors related to the verification of herbicide agent exposure, radiation exposure, and service connection for diabetes mellitus type II. The claims are remanded for further development.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection for gout of the bilateral feet, bilateral hearing loss, prostate cancer, urge incontinence and stress incontinence, and erectile dysfunction due to pre-decisional duty to assist errors. The Veteran's conditions are being reviewed again with additional medical opinions provided.

The Veteran's service-connected conditions, including right upper extremity radiculopathy with muscle atrophy, major depressive disorder, and other disabilities, have rendered him in need of regular aid and attendance due to his inability to dress or undress himself, prepare meals, attend to the wants of nature, and require assistance for driving. The Board has determined that SMC based on the need for regular aid and attendance is warranted.