Ischemic heart disease Board decisions

The case is being remanded for further development to address the Veteran's claims for service connection related to obstructive sleep apnea, heart condition, and cutaneous sarcoid of the facial cheeks. The issues include determining whether these conditions are related to service or if they are secondary to other conditions.

The Veteran's sarcoidosis with heart involvement has been rated at 60 percent since February 2002. The Board finds that a rating in excess of 60 percent is not warranted for the period from December 28, 2005 to May 28, 2009.

The Veteran's diabetes mellitus and coronary artery disease are presumed to be related to his service in Vietnam, while peripheral neuropathy of the lower extremities is not established as being related to service.

The Veteran's death was not caused by a service-connected disability, and the appellant is not entitled to DIC benefits under 38 U.S.C.A. § 1318.

The Board has determined that further development is needed to determine the nature and cause of any heart disease, as well as whether the Veteran's headaches are related to his carotid artery stenosis. The claims will be remanded for these purposes.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for payment or reimbursement of medical expenses incurred at Forsyth Memorial Hospital on February 2 and 3, 2006 due to a lack of prior authorization from VA. The treatment was deemed unauthorized as it did not follow up with previously authorized care.

The Board finds that the Veteran's current heart disorder, including coronary artery disease, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia, is not related to his active service. The evidence does not show a chronic condition during service or continuity of symptomatology after service.

The Veteran's appeal has been dismissed as he requested the cancellation of his formal appeal and hearing.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded due to the need for additional development of his claims, including obtaining medical records and clarifying his representation in the appeal process.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's heart disease is etiologically due to his service-connected chronic PTSD, and thus grants service connection for this condition.

The Veteran's appeal involves claims for service connection and special monthly compensation based on the need for regular aid and attendance/housebound status. The Board has determined that additional development is needed, including obtaining medical records and scheduling a VA examination.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded due to his request for a Travel Board hearing. His TDIU claim remains pending.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's bilateral ankle disorder and heart disorder are related to his period of active duty service, granting service connection for both conditions.

The Board denied service connection for coronary artery disease and a compensable rating for bilateral hearing loss. The Veteran's current conditions are not related to his active service.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and service connection were granted, but the effective dates of these decisions are not specified. The Veteran was also denied new and material evidence claims.

The Board found that the Veteran's hypertension and hypertensive heart disease did not manifest during service or within one year of discharge, and thus could not be presumed to be related to service. The Board concluded that there was no direct evidence linking these conditions to his military service.

The Veteran's coronary artery disease status post myocardial infarction was granted a 100% rating effective March 27, 2008. He is also entitled to TDIU and SMC under the provisions of 38 U.S.C. § 1114(s) effective April 18, 2008.

The Board finds that the Veteran does not have hypertension or a heart disability that is caused by his service-connected PTSD. The medical evidence does not support such a finding.

The Board has determined that the Veteran does not have service connection for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus.,For his respiratory disorder (to include emphysema) and heart disorder, further development is needed as these claims are currently pending.

The Board has decided to remand the Veteran's claims for additional development due to incomplete medical records and need for updated VA examinations.