Ischemic heart disease Board decisions

The Veteran's claim for TDIU is being remanded due to the need for a new VA examination and additional development of his medical records.

The Board has determined that the Veteran does not meet the criteria for service connection for any of the claimed conditions, including a heart disorder, psychiatric disorder (claimed as PTSD), stroke residuals, and respiratory disorder (COPD). The decision is based on the lack of evidence linking these conditions to service or any other relevant factors.

The Board finds that the evidence does not support a finding of service connection for chest pain or heart disease.

The Board has granted the Veteran's claim to reopen his service connection for bilateral knee osteoarthritis and secondary service connection for degenerative joint disease of the lumbosacral region. The heart disability and bilateral hearing loss disability claims were dismissed due to withdrawal by the Veteran.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for scheduling a Travel Board hearing due to his request and the need to provide him with an opportunity to present his case in person.

The Board has remanded the case for further development due to a scheduling issue, and the Veteran's claims of service connection for heart problems, an acquired psychiatric disorder (including PTSD and depression), and sleep apnea are pending.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded due to the need for additional development, including obtaining medical records and verifying treatment at VA facilities.

The Board found no CUE in the prior rating decisions regarding service connection for prostate cancer, hypertension, and heart condition. The claims were denied as there was not clear evidence of exposure to herbicides or in-country service.

The Board has determined that the issues of service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, lung condition, vertigo, diabetes mellitus type II, tinnitus, and heart condition are inextricably intertwined with other claims. Therefore, these issues must be remanded to allow for further development.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities do not render him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's heart condition and left ankle condition are not related to his military service, thus denying both claims.

The Veteran's claim for a TDIU is being remanded due to conflicting information regarding his employment status and the need to determine if he has been substantially gainfully employed since June 2009. The AOJ will also consider whether a TDIU would be moot during any applicable time period in light of the Veteran's 100 percent combined rating.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's heart disease is presumed to be associated with herbicide exposure while he served in the Republic of Vietnam. The claim for service connection for erectile dysfunction is remanded.

The Veteran's service connection claim for coronary artery disease is granted as it is presumed to be related to his exposure to herbicides in Vietnam.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection for a heart condition was denied, and the claim for an increased rating for left ankle fracture residuals remains pending.

The Board has remanded the case for further development, including verification of herbicide exposure and consideration of service connection on a presumptive basis due to burn pit exposure.

The Veteran's service connection claim for ischemic heart disease was granted based on presumed exposure to herbicides. The claims for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus are remanded as the timely notice of disagreement has been received.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities did not preclude him from obtaining or maintaining gainful employment prior to June 9, 2014.

The Veteran's claims for diabetes mellitus, peripheral neuropathy, heart disorder, and arthritis were denied as they are not related to service or a service-connected disability. The exposure basis was not applicable due to lack of in-service Vietnam service.

The Board has granted service connection for coronary artery disease, bilateral hearing loss, and PTSD. The Veteran's PTSD is rated at 50% since December 10, 2015, with a prior rating of 30% before that date.