Ischemic heart disease Board decisions

The Veteran's heart disability and cardiac hypertrophy are not presumed to be due to herbicide exposure. The Board has ordered a remand for an updated VA examination to determine if these conditions are related to service, including diabetes mellitus.

The Veteran's temporary total disability evaluation for convalescence following his April 2012 coronary bypass surgery is denied because the service-connected condition was not established at the time of the alleged convalescence.

The Board has granted service connection for ischemic heart disease, but has remanded the claim for a respiratory disability, including COPD. The decision is based on presumed exposure to herbicide agents in Vietnam.

The Veteran's left ear hearing loss is granted service connection, while his right ear hearing loss and back disorder are denied. Service connection for type 2 diabetes, heart disorder (chest pain), stomach disorder (abdominal pain), and bilateral vision disorder (diabetic retinopathy and cataracts) is also denied.

The Veteran's initial increased rating for coronary artery disease status post myocardial infarction with stent placement during the period prior to December 17, 2014 was granted. The Veteran's increased rating from 10 to 100 percent for coronary artery disease status post myocardial infarction with stent placement during the period beginning December 17, 2014 was also granted.

The Veteran withdrew his appeals for service connection for coronary artery disease and a nervous condition, so the Board has dismissed these claims.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for a heart condition and residuals of prostate cancer due to insufficient evidence. The Veteran contends that his conditions are related to exposure during the 1967 fire aboard the U.S.S. Forrestal.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have rendered him unable to care for his daily needs, requiring the regular aid and attendance of another person. The Board has determined that he is entitled to special monthly compensation based on need for aid and attendance due to his service-connected conditions.

The Veteran's claims for service connection have been reopened due to the submission of new and material evidence.,Service connection has not been granted for diabetes mellitus type II, prostate cancer residuals, heart disorder, acquired psychiatric disorder, or skin disorder.

The Board has remanded the case due to the need for an addendum VA opinion considering new medical evidence, including a July 2020 cardiac procedure.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for a heart condition, finding that there was no evidence of an in-service disease or injury and insufficient evidence to establish a nexus between his current disability and his service-connected asbestosis. The TDIU claim is also denied.

The Veteran's appeals for a higher rating for his coronary artery disease and special monthly compensation at the housebound rate have been dismissed due to his withdrawal of the appeal.

The Board has reopened the Veteran's claim of service connection for a bilateral foot disability and remanded other claims due to outstanding VA treatment records and need for clarification on medical opinions.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to incomplete compliance with previous remand directives regarding the issue of entitlement to service connection for ischemic heart disease.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for heart, prostate, and lung disorders due to exposure to herbicide agents. The claims are being remanded for VA examinations to determine if there is a direct relationship between these conditions and military service.

The Board has remanded several issues related to the Veteran's service connection claims, including sleep apnea, ischemic heart disease, prostate cancer, diabetes mellitus type II, hypertension, and TDIU. The remand is due to incomplete compliance with prior directives and the need for further VA medical opinions.

The appeal of the Veteran's claim for a higher rating for his back disability is dismissed. The petition to reopen service connection for hypertension has been granted, and the issues of service connection for various conditions are remanded.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection due to insufficient evidence and need for further examination.

The Veteran's initial claim for a higher disability rating for coronary artery disease (CAD) prior to October 1, 2009 was denied. From October 1, 2009 to March 30, 2011, the Veteran received a 30% disability evaluation. The Board found that from March 31, 2011 to July 26, 2011, the Veteran's CAD did not meet the criteria for an increased rating beyond 10%. No new evidence or changes in condition were provided.

The Board has remanded the claim for service connection for a heart disability, including as due to herbicide exposure. The case will be reviewed by an examiner to determine if the Veteran had ischemic heart disease or other heart conditions during his active duty and whether they are related to his service.