Ischemic heart disease Board decisions

The Board found no evidence of a heart condition or hypertension during service, and the Veteran's current cardiovascular disorders are not shown to have manifested within one year of separation. Therefore, service connection for these conditions is denied.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings were denied. The Board found that there was no evidence to support a higher rating for DJD of the fourth and fifth metatarsal bases and the fifth metatarsophalangeal joint of the left foot, as well as a separate compensable rating for DJD of the fourth metatarsal of the left foot.

The Veteran's unauthorized medical expenses for a myocardial infarction and associated coronary artery bypass graft were reimbursed by VA as the treatment was deemed necessary due to an emergency situation where no feasible VA facility was available.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for chemical burns on the eyes, face, body and legs was denied as there is no evidence of such a condition during or after her active duty. Her claim for coronary artery disease was also denied due to lack of medical evidence linking it to her military service.

The Board has remanded the claims for spine disorder and coronary artery disease due to new evidence submitted by the Veteran. The spine disorder claim is being reopened, but a VA examination is needed to determine its etiology. For the coronary artery disease claim, another VA examination is required to assess its likely relationship to service.

The Board has determined that additional development is needed for the Veteran's claim of entitlement to service connection for coronary artery disease, as secondary to his service-connected pulmonary hypertension. The case is REMANDED for a VA examination and an addendum opinion addressing whether the Veteran's current coronary artery disease is related to his military service.

The Board has ordered additional development to obtain VA treatment records and a medical opinion regarding the etiology of the Veteran's claimed coronary artery disease (CAD). The appeal is currently in remand status.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for coronary artery disease, chronic kidney disease, and diabetic retinopathy as secondary to diabetes mellitus. The appeal was not about service connection at all.

The Veteran died due to an acute myocardial infarction and coronary artery disease. The VA did not provide any fault in the care provided, as evidenced by a VA opinion that found no evidence of negligence or error on their part.

The Veteran's claims for service connection and increased evaluation of his right mid calf disability, as well as his claim for TDIU are being remanded due to the need for additional development.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims of service connection for a back disability, diabetes mellitus type II, and CAD due to lack of evidence showing onset during service or within one year post-service. The Veteran's assertions regarding herbicide exposure have not been supported by relevant records.

The Board has remanded the case for further development, including obtaining VA treatment records and scheduling a new examination. The TDIU claim will be reconsidered after addressing the pending increased ratings claims.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for a heart disorder and costochondritis has been reopened, but further evidence is needed to determine if these conditions are related to his military service.

The Veteran's initial claim for a compensable rating for coronary artery disease with arteriosclerosis was denied prior to October 19, 2010. From October 19, 2010, the Veteran is granted a 60 percent rating.

The Veteran's cause of death was not caused or contributed to by a service-connected disability, and there is no evidence linking the fatal conditions to service in Vietnam.

The Veteran's service-connected PTSD with depression is rated at 70 percent, effective from June 21, 2007. The Veteran also fulfills the schedular rating requirements for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability due to service-connected disability.

The Board has remanded the case for further development and consideration.

The Board found no evidence of in-service exposure to herbicides, ionizing radiation, or other chemicals. The Veteran's diabetes mellitus and coronary artery disease were not shown to be related to his service.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for additional development due to incomplete compliance with previous remand instructions and the need for further medical opinions.

The Board has ordered a remand to clarify the opinion regarding whether hypertension was aggravated by coronary artery disease and/or diabetes mellitus, including considering the role of the pacemaker.