Hip decisions — 2005

The veteran's claims for service connection for a left hip condition and skin rash are being remanded due to the need for additional development, including obtaining VA treatment records and scheduling an orthopedic examination.

The Board denied the veteran's claims of entitlement to service connection for a shortened right leg and a right hip disability, finding that there was no in-service injury or disease leading to these conditions.

The Board has determined that further evidentiary development is needed in this appeal, and the RO should obtain all outstanding outpatient mental hygiene clinical records of psychiatric treatment from the Brooklyn VAMC for the veteran from 1997 through March 17, 2004.

The veteran's service-connected disabilities do not meet the criteria for special monthly compensation based on the need for aid and attendance of another person.