Ischemic heart disease decisions — 2018

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for coronary artery disease as there was no evidence of herbicide exposure and no in-service or post-service diagnosis.

The Board has remanded the claims of service connection for ischemic heart disease and hypertension due to presumed exposure to herbicide agents, as there is insufficient evidence regarding the preexistence of these conditions or their association with Agent Orange exposure.

The Veteran's claim for a rating in excess of 10 percent for CAD prior to May 10, 2005 was denied. A 60 percent rating from May 10, 2005 through September 17, 2006 was granted. The claim for a rating in excess of 60 percent for CAD from May 4, 2011 was also denied.

The Board has decided to remand the Veteran's claims for coronary artery disease, bilateral hearing loss, and TDIU due to service-connected disabilities. The claims will be remanded to obtain updated VA examinations and records.

The reduction in rating from 60% to 30% for coronary artery disease (CAD) was improper, and the previously assigned 60% rating is restored.

The Veteran's appeals for service connection and increased evaluations have been dismissed due to his withdrawal of the appeal.

The Veteran's appeals to increase his disability ratings and establish an effective date for service connection have been dismissed as the Veteran withdrew his appeals.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to the need for a VA medical opinion regarding the etiology of the Veteran's heart condition that resulted in his death, specifically whether it is at least as likely as not (50 percent or greater probability) that the Veteran’s heart condition was either caused by or aggravated by his service-connected Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD).

The Veteran's initial increased rating for coronary artery disease in excess of 10 percent prior to May 10, 2013 and in excess of 30 percent thereafter is denied.

The Veteran's claims for service connection have been denied as new and material evidence has not been received to reopen the claims.,Service connection for heart disability, prostate disability, vision disorder (vision loss), and dental disability are all denied.

The Veteran's initial rating for IHD was denied, and his diabetes with peripheral neuropathy was rated at 10% from March 17, 2010 to October 18, 2010, and then increased to 20% thereafter. A TDIU determination was granted.

The Board has remanded the cases for further development and opinion regarding service connection, rating assignment, and effective date issues.

The Board has granted service connection for ischemic heart disease and type II diabetes mellitus due to exposure to Agent Orange during military service.

The Board has granted service connection for coronary artery disease and diabetes mellitus due to exposure to herbicide agents. The Veteran's erectile dysfunction and peripheral neuropathy of the bilateral lower extremities are remanded for further examination.

The Veteran's claims for bilateral hearing loss, increased coronary artery disease rating, and PTSD were denied. The decision also noted that the Veteran's heart condition has been consistent throughout the appeal period.

Service connection for ischemic heart disease and diabetes mellitus, type II is denied.,Service connection for PTSD is granted.

The Board has remanded the case due to issues related to effective dates and increased ratings for coronary artery disease. The Veteran's claims are pending further development.

The Veteran's claim for PTSD service connection is granted with an effective date of March 9, 2001. The appeal for DEA benefits is denied as the earliest possible effective date is March 9, 2001 due to his permanent total disability from PTSD. Service connection for myocardial infarction and coronary artery disease is remanded.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to uncertainty about whether LVOTO is a congenital defect or disease, and to gather more evidence regarding its service connection.

The Veteran's service-connected dysthymic disorder and major depressive disorder are granted a 50 percent rating prior to May 19, 2010. The heart disability claim is denied. Gastritis is granted with a 50 percent rating. Hydronephrosis remains at a 10 percent rating. Bilateral orchitis and epididymitis do not meet the criteria for a compensable rating.