Ischemic heart disease decisions — 2018

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for heart disease, finding that there is no current diagnosis of arteriosclerotic heart disease or ischemic heart disease. The conflicting evidence from various medical sources did not support a current disability.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims due to procedural defects and the need for further development, including VA examinations.

The Board denied service connection for glaucoma, heart disorder, and prostate cancer claimed as due to exposure at Camp Lejeune. The evidence did not establish a link between these conditions and the Veteran's active duty.

The Board has remanded the case due to inadequate medical opinions and a need for further examination. The Veteran's heart disability is presumed to be related to herbicide exposure, but there are conflicting opinions regarding its etiology.

The Veteran's heart condition, including valvular heart disease with heart valve replacement, is presumed to be due to herbicide agent exposure during his service in Vietnam. However, the VA examiner did not provide an opinion on whether this condition is related to his military service. The case is being remanded for further evaluation.

The Veteran's diabetes mellitus with erectile dysfunction, peripheral neuropathy of the lower extremities, and coronary heart disease are all being remanded for further evaluation as his conditions have worsened.

The Board denied service connection for a heart condition, but granted the reopening of claims for bilateral ankle disability and hypertension. The case was remanded for further examination and review regarding the Veteran's exposure to herbicide agents in Vietnam.

The Board has denied service connection for skin disorders, thyroid conditions, and heart disabilities due to herbicide exposure. The claims for degenerative arthritis of the cervical spine and right eye condition are remanded as there is insufficient evidence on record.

The Veteran's CAD disability is rated at 60% from December 2, 2013 to June 26, 2017. The Board found that a higher rating was not warranted prior to this date and denied the claim for a TDIU prior to December 2, 2013.

The Veteran's appeal for a higher disability rating for ischemic heart disease has been dismissed because the Veteran withdrew his appeal before a decision was made.

The Board denied service connection for bilateral hearing loss, heart disability (claimed as a congestive heart problem), hypertension, headaches, and PTSD. The Veteran's exposure to noise during service is not considered sufficient to establish service connection.,Service records show no evidence of current diagnoses or symptoms related to the claimed conditions.

The Veteran's claim for a higher rating for coronary artery disease prior to August 7, 2018 was denied. The Board found that the disability picture did not warrant an evaluation in excess of 30 percent. The claim for TDIU from March 2, 2017 to August 6, 2018 was also denied as the Veteran met the percentage thresholds but could not secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation due to his service-connected disabilities.

The Veteran's service-connected cardiovascular disability, including rheumatic valvular disease and coronary artery disease, has rendered him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation prior to November 5, 2015.

The Veteran's claim for special monthly pension based on the need for aid and attendance or housebound status is denied because he does not meet the criteria for either benefit. His disabilities are rated at less than 100 percent combined, and he is able to leave his home without assistance.

Your appeal has been dismissed as the Veteran withdrew his appeal through his authorized representative.

The Veteran's cause of death was not related to any service-connected disability or a disease of service origin. The Board denied the claim as there is no competent evidence that the Veteran had ischemic heart disease.

The Board has granted service connection for ischemic heart disease and type 2 diabetes mellitus, both presumed due to exposure to Agent Orange in Vietnam.

The Board has remanded the claims of service connection for diabetes mellitus type two, its complications including loss of vision, coronary artery disease, and sleep apnea due to a lack of medical examination. The Veteran's PTSD is already service connected.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including ischemic heart disease, lumbosacral strain, and various joint and hearing conditions, have rendered him unable to secure or follow substantially gainful employment. A TDIU rating is granted.

The Board has remanded the case due to a lack of consideration of a November 2013 VA cardiology consult note indicating that the Veteran had congestive heart failure. The Veteran is also seeking an increased rating for his coronary artery disease.