Ischemic heart disease Board decisions

The Veteran's claim for service connection for ischemic heart disease, claimed as secondary to herbicide exposure during his Vietnam service, is granted due to presumed exposure and a current diagnosis.

The Veteran's claim for an increased rating in excess of 10 percent for ischemic heart disease is remanded due to the need for a VA examination to determine the current severity of his service-connected condition.

The Veteran's initial rating for coronary artery disease (CAD) prior to February 23, 2018 is denied as his condition does not meet the criteria for a higher than 10 percent rating. From February 23, 2018, the rating is denied as well due to lack of evidence showing left ventricular dysfunction with an ejection fraction less than 30 percent.

The Veteran's claim for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU) is remanded due to the need for updated VA treatment records and an examination to assess his ability to work.

The Board has denied service connection for bilateral hearing loss disability due to lack of evidence showing in-service noise exposure. The Veteran's heart, uterine cancer with hysterectomy, follicular non-Hodgkins Lymphoma, skin cancer, and bilateral knee disabilities are pending further examination and evaluation.

The Veteran's cause of death, acute myocardial infarction and cardiogenic shock, is presumed to be due to exposure to herbicide agents in service.

The Board denied service connection for diabetes mellitus type II, coronary artery disease, chronic kidney disease, and peripheral neuropathy of the upper and lower extremities due to lack of in-service exposure to herbicide agents. The Veteran's claims were not granted as his conditions are considered direct service connection.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient development of records and an incomplete opinion regarding the Veteran's heart disability. The case will be returned for further action.

The Veteran's initial 30 percent rating for ischemic heart disease is being remanded to obtain updated medical records and a VA examination.

The Veteran's sleep apnea is caused by his service-connected coronary artery disease, and the Board has granted service connection for this condition.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for residuals of scarlet fever and loss of teeth, left lower side of mouth have been dismissed. The Board has remanded the claims for service connection for paroxysmal atrial fibrillation and Tachy-Brady syndrome (heart disability), to include as due to herbicide exposure and secondary to a service-connected psychiatric disability.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to insufficient medical examination and lack of sufficient rationale in the previous opinion. The Veteran's ischemic heart disease claim is being sent back for a new examination and review of additional evidence.

The Board has decided that the claims for sarcoidosis, heart disability, and hypertension need more information from Social Security Administration (SSA) records before a decision can be made.

The Board has determined that additional evidentiary development is necessary prior to the adjudication of the remaining issues on appeal, including service connection for coronary artery disease due to herbicide exposure.

The Board dismissed the appeal for hypertension. The Veteran's claim of service connection for PTSD, loss of taste, and heart disability was reopened due to new and material evidence. Service connection for PTSD is granted, but no service connection is found for loss of taste or heart disability.

The Veteran's special monthly pension based on the need for regular aid and attendance due to his service-connected arteriosclerosis with coronary artery disease is granted.

The Board denied the appellant's claim for accrued benefits in excess of $245.00 due to insufficient evidence provided regarding additional expenses incurred during the Veteran's last sickness and burial.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for high blood pressure, heart disability associated with herbicide exposure, and PTSD have been remanded due to the submission of new evidence. The rating for PTSD remains unchanged.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for service connection for cause of death and Dependency and Indemnity Compensation under 38 USC § 1318. The cause of death was atherosclerotic coronary artery disease, which the Board found not related to any period of active duty or National Guard service.

The Veteran's claims for service connection and increased ratings are being remanded due to the need for additional development, including obtaining missing service treatment records and scheduling a VA examination closer to his home.