Hepatitis C Board decisions

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for hepatitis C, finding that there was no evidence linking his current diagnosis to his military service.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for earlier effective dates and initial ratings for migraine headaches and Hepatitis C. The appeal is being remanded to obtain a VA examination that addresses the rating criteria for these conditions.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for Hepatitis C, Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), and Hypertension, as well as secondary service connection for these conditions due to non-service connected Hepatitis C. The evidence does not support a finding that any of these conditions are related to military service.

The Board has remanded the claims for bilateral hearing loss and hepatitis C due to additional evidence being added to the record. The Veteran's former representative withdrew from representation, so the case will be reviewed by the AOJ.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for a TDIU prior to July 6, 2017 due to insufficient evidence showing that his service-connected disabilities prevented him from securing and maintaining gainful employment.

The Board denied service connection for hepatitis C and thyroid disorder as due to hepatitis C, finding that the Veteran's conditions are not related to active service or any incident of service.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection due to outstanding records and clarification of her military history, including potential risk factors for hepatitis C.

The Board has granted a higher initial rating of 70 percent for the Veteran's acquired psychiatric disability. The claims for service connection for hepatitis C and left shoulder arthritis are remanded due to inadequate examination reports, and the TDIU claim is also remanded.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection due to procedural issues and the need for additional medical examinations. The claims are being returned to the agency of original jurisdiction (AOJ) for further development.

The Board dismissed the claim for hepatitis C due to withdrawal by the appellant. The cirrhosis of the liver issue is remanded and will require a VA examination considering potential exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune.

The Veteran's service connection claims for a right-hand disability, hepatitis C, respiratory condition (COPD and emphysema), and heart condition (CAD) have all been denied as there is no probative medical evidence to support the assertions that these conditions were incurred or aggravated in service.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient medical opinions regarding the Veteran's hepatitis C and its relation to service, as well as whether it contributed to his death from liver cancer.

The Veteran's TDIU claim was denied prior to January 25, 2012 due to the lack of evidence showing he was unable to secure and follow a substantially gainful occupation due to service-connected disabilities.

The Veteran's claims for service connection are remanded due to the failure to appear for VA examinations, and a new opportunity is provided for the Veteran to report for these exams.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to insufficient evidence in the record regarding whether the Veteran's hepatitis C began during service or is at least as likely as not related to an in-service injury, event, or disease. The Board finds that there was a pre-decisional duty-to-assist error and that additional development is necessary.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for hepatitis C and chronic liver disease with kidney failure due to inadequate opinions from the December 2022 VA examiner. The AOJ is instructed to clarify what the Veteran is currently service connected for, and obtain an updated opinion regarding the relationship between his conditions and service.

The Board dismissed the appeals due to the appellant's withdrawal of his appeal before the decision was made.

The Board has remanded all claims due to errors in the July 2021 decision, including inadequate opinions and reliance on negative evidence from the Veteran's enlistment report of medical history. The Court found that further development is needed for these claims.

The Veteran's representative withdrew the appeals for hepatitis C service connection and a higher payment based on special monthly compensation (SMC). The Board dismissed the appeals as a result.

The Board has decided to remand the claims for hepatitis C and left knee sprain due to insufficient medical opinions. The cause of death claim is also remanded as it is inextricably intertwined with the service connection claims.