Erectile dysfunction Board decisions

The Veteran's death was not due to his own willful misconduct, and he had a combined 70% service-connected disability rating at the time of his death. However, since none of his service-connected disabilities were rated as totally disabling, the criteria for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation under 38 U.S.C. § 1318 are not met.

The Veteran's service-connected TBI has been granted a separate 10% rating for aphasia with dizziness, and the original non-compensable rating for TBI is maintained. The Veteran's tension headaches are rated at 50% since December 17, 2019.

The Veteran's claims for service connection have been reopened, and the Board has determined that new and material evidence has been received to support his claims. The Veteran is now granted service connection for hypertension (HTN), erectile dysfunction (ED), a respiratory condition including bronchial asthma/COPD, a lumbar spine disability, restless leg syndrome of both lower extremities, gout, and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).

The Veteran's low back condition is rated at 40 percent, and the Board has granted a 20 percent rating for right lower extremity radiculopathy and left lower extremity radiculopathy. The appeal regarding service connection for obstructive sleep apnea and erectile dysfunction is remanded.

The Veteran's tinnitus is not related to his active service, and he does not have a compensable initial rating for his tinea pedis. The Board has also remanded the issues of entitlement to service connection for erectile dysfunction and spider bite reoccurring poison.,The Veteran reported being admitted to the hospital at Ft. Stewart, Georgia for what was thought to be a spider bite on his finger during active service.

The Board denied the claim for a TDIU on an extraschedular basis, finding that the Veteran's service-connected disabilities did not prevent him from obtaining and maintaining substantially gainful employment.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for erectile dysfunction and a right testicle disorder, finding that there is no current diagnosis of these conditions.

The Veteran's diabetes mellitus type II with erectile dysfunction is currently rated at 40 percent prior to January 14, 2015 and 60 percent thereafter. The appeal for increased ratings remains pending.,Secondary service connection claims for hypertension and an eye disability are remanded.

The Board granted service connection for erectile dysfunction and denied service connection for prostate disorder, sleep apnea, skin condition (dermatitis), diverticulosis, and hearing loss.,For the remaining issues, the appeal is REMANDED.

The Veteran is granted a TDIU prior to April 21, 2015, due to his service-connected disabilities preventing him from securing or following any substantial gainful employment.,The Veteran's SMC based on need for regular aid and attendance is denied as he does not require the regular aid of another person.

The appeal regarding right arm numbness, a right shoulder condition, and TDIU is being remanded for further review.

The Board has determined that additional medical records are needed to fully evaluate the Veteran's claims, including for his respiratory disability, GERD, lipoma, allergic rhinitis, erectile dysfunction, kidney disease, dizziness, and low back condition. The examination is also necessary to address the impact of toxic exposure risk activities (TERAs) on these conditions.

The Veteran's appeal for an increased rating for prostate cancer and a compensable rating for erectile dysfunction was denied. The prostate cancer is rated at 40 percent, effective January 1, 2019. The erectile dysfunction claim remains in place as the Veteran does not have a deformity that would warrant a higher rating.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to inadequate medical opinions regarding the Veteran's service connection claim for erectile dysfunction. The claims are being returned for further development and consideration.

The Board has granted service connection for a heart disability, erectile dysfunction (ED), and peripheral vascular disease (PVD) as secondary to the Veteran's service-connected diabetes mellitus.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence and procedural errors, including failure to provide adequate reasons and bases for its decision, obtain relevant medical records, and ensure compliance with Bryant v. Shinseki.

The Veteran's hypogonadism is found to be related to service, and the claim for service connection is granted.

The Board has remanded several issues related to service connection for various conditions, including knee, foot, hip, shoulder, and psychiatric disabilities. The Veteran's claims are being returned for further development as requested.

The Board has decided to remand the cases for further examination and opinion regarding the service connection of diabetes mellitus, type II and erectile dysfunction as secondary to service-connected disabilities.

The Board has denied service connection for high cholesterol and remanded the remaining issues due to lack of medical records.