Erectile dysfunction decisions — 2024

The Board has remanded the cases for further development and consideration. The Veteran's claims for service connection are not granted.

The Veteran's claims for service connection have been remanded due to insufficient evidence. The Board will need to provide the Veteran with examinations and consider additional medical opinions regarding his claimed conditions.

The Board has granted service connection for a left pinky finger disorder, a left thumb disorder, and erectile dysfunction (ED) due to the Veteran's service-connected back disability.

The Veteran's claim for an increased rating for erectile dysfunction (ED) is denied as the evidence does not support a compensable rating under either the pre-amended or post-amended versions of Diagnostic Code 7522. The Board found no evidence of penile deformity and ED symptoms do not warrant a higher rating.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient medical evidence and a need for further examination. The Veteran's claim will be reviewed again with an updated opinion on whether his erectile dysfunction is related to service or his service-connected PTSD.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for a compensable evaluation for service-connected left varicocele and TDIU due to conflicting medical opinions regarding the etiology of his symptoms. The case is being returned for further development, including obtaining updated VA treatment records and providing an addendum medical opinion by a VA physician.

The Board has granted service connection for sleep apnea and hypertension secondary to the Veteran's service-connected PTSD, but denied service connection for diabetes mellitus and erectile dysfunction. The decision is based on medical opinions that these conditions are not related to active duty.

The Board has granted the Veteran's claim for service connection for erectile dysfunction as secondary to his service-connected major depressive disorder.

The Board has determined that the VA medical opinions are inadequate and the claims for service connection must be remanded again. The Veteran's left knee, right shoulder, back, bilateral ankles, and erectile dysfunction disabilities are being reviewed to determine if they are related to his military service.

The Veteran's hypertension is granted on a presumptive basis under the PACT Act, while service connection for bowel disturbance with proctitis and prostate cancer residuals is granted as secondary to existing disabilities.,Service connection for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) are remanded due to insufficient evidence.

The Veteran's TDIU claim is granted, and his PTSD, diabetic nephropathy, and diabetes mellitus type II are all rated at the maximum allowed. The erectile dysfunction remains noncompensable.

The Veteran's depression and anxiety are granted on a secondary basis, while tinnitus is granted. High cholesterol, left leg disability (apart from service-connected left lower extremity sciatic radiculopathy), right leg disability (apart from service-connected right lower extremity sciatic radiculopathy), coronary artery disease (CAD), erectile dysfunction, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), hypertension, and thyroid disability are all denied. The Veteran's sleep apnea, headaches, and TDIU claims are remanded.

The Board has granted service connection for hypertension and remanded other claims due to the need for additional development, including obtaining medical records and providing adequate opinions.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities did not preclude him from securing and following a substantially gainful occupation prior to April 2, 2016. From April 2, 2016 to June 27, 2016, the Veteran was in receipt of a total disability rating (TDIU) and Special Monthly Compensation (SMC). The appeal for TDIU is now moot as he is already receiving SMC.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection of various conditions due to new evidence being added to the record after the January 2020 SOC. The Veteran is asked to waive AOJ review of this additional evidence.

The Veteran's bilateral ankle disability, including gastro-soleus equinus syndrome and bilateral pes planus (plantar fasciitis), is related to his active duty service.,The Veteran's bilateral knee disability was caused by his service-connected bilateral ankle disability. The low back disability is also linked to the service-connected bilateral ankle disability and bilateral feet disabilities.,PTSD is found to be related to the Veteran's active duty service, with a diagnosis of PTSD confirmed in private examination reports.,ED is determined to be secondary to PTSD, as diagnosed by a private examiner.,Obstructive sleep apnea is also found to be secondary to PTSD.

The Veteran's erectile dysfunction is granted as secondary to his service-connected PTSD. The gastrointestinal condition, including GERD and diarrhea, and the bilateral hip disabilities are remanded for further examination.

The Veteran's service-connected conditions, including his heart disability and related surgeries, prevent him from obtaining and sustaining gainful employment. The Board finds that the evidence supports referral of the claim for TDIU to VA's Director of Compensation Service for extraschedular consideration.

The Board has remanded the cases of erectile dysfunction and right testicle disability for further development, including obtaining VA treatment records and an opinion on whether these conditions are related to service.

The Veteran is granted special monthly compensation (SMC) at the increased level due to his need for regular aid and attendance as a result of service-connected TBI residuals, which would require hospitalization or institutional care if not provided by his wife.