Hemorrhoids Board decisions

The VA denied an initial evaluation in excess of 20 percent for internal hemorrhoids, as the evidence did not meet the criteria for a higher rating under applicable diagnostic codes.

The VA determined that the veteran's hemorrhoids do not meet the criteria for a 20 percent rating under DC 7336, as there is no evidence of secondary anemia or fissures. As such, the veteran's current 10 percent rating remains in effect.

The veteran's service-connected disabilities rated higher than 20 percent and do not materially or substantially contribute to an overall impairment in gaining or retaining employment commensurate with her abilities, aptitudes, and interests. Therefore, she does not meet the criteria for eligibility for vocational rehabilitation benefits under Chapter 31.

The veteran's service connection claims for irritable bowel syndrome, anemia, and a great toe disorder (exostosis) have been granted. The veteran also has service-connected degenerative disc disease of the cervical spine, left heel spur with plantar fasciitis, gastrointestinal reflux disease, and hemorrhoids. His right ear hearing loss is rated as compensable.

The Board has granted a 10 percent evaluation for the veteran's hemorrhoids, finding that the symptoms more nearly approximate the criteria for this rating.

The Board has granted an initial evaluation of 10 percent for retropatellar pain syndrome of the right knee and a compensable (10 percent) evaluation for hemorrhoids. The veteran's level of disability is not considered to warrant higher ratings under applicable criteria.

The Board has determined that the veteran does not have a current left ankle sprain, cold injury of the feet, or hemorrhoids related to his military service.,As such, these claims for service connection are denied.

The veteran's PTSD and low back disability were granted, while his hemorrhoids and hip disabilities did not meet the criteria for service connection.

The veteran's claim for an earlier effective date for the grant of service connection for hemorrhoids was denied as the law is dispositive in this matter.

The Board has granted service connection for a cervical spine disorder and assigned a noncompensable rating. The veteran's initial compensable rating claim for hemorrhoids with history of anal fissure is also granted, but her request for an increased rating for the left shoulder disorder remains pending.

The Board has determined that the submitted evidence is not new and material for any of the service connection claims, thus denying their reopening.

The veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development of her claims, including VA examinations to assess the severity of her hemorrhoids and lumbar spine disability.

The veteran's conditions do not meet the criteria for special monthly pension based on need for regular aid and attendance or by reason of being housebound.

The Board has found that there is no evidence of a current disability related to the veteran's right hand condition, foot problems, or hemorrhoids. Therefore, service connection for these conditions cannot be granted.

The VA denied a compensable rating for the veteran's hemorrhoids, finding that the symptoms did not meet the criteria for a higher rating under the applicable diagnostic code.

The Board found that the veteran's death was not caused by or a result of his service-connected conditions, including diabetes mellitus and postoperative left thoracotomy with pleurectomy. The medical evidence did not support a connection between these conditions and the cause of death.

The Board found that the veteran's symptoms are not due to his service-connected hemorrhoids and denied a compensable evaluation for this condition.

The Board has determined that the veteran's residuals of a left ring finger dislocation do not warrant an initial compensable evaluation. The issue of external hemorrhoids is remanded for further development.

The veteran's claim for PTSD was denied as he does not have a current diagnosis of PTSD.,His claim for an increased rating for hemorrhoids was also denied, as the evidence did not support a higher rating than 10 percent.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for service connection for various conditions, finding no current evidence of these disabilities and noting that they were not related to service.