Liver disease (hepatitis, cirrhosis) decisions — 2004

The VA denied the veteran's claims of entitlement to increased evaluation for PTSD and service connection for hepatitis C. The Board found that the symptoms related to PTSD did not warrant a rating higher than 70 percent, but also noted that there was no evidence of exposure to blood or syringes in service that could support a finding of service connection for hepatitis C.

The Board denied service connection for hepatitis and hypertension, but granted service connection for a psychiatric disorder including PTSD. The claim for low back condition was not reopened.

The Board has granted service connection for hepatitis C, finding it likely the veteran contracted the condition during service. Service connection was not established for diabetes due to lack of pre-service records.

The Board has remanded the case for additional development to ensure compliance with the Veterans Claims Assistance Act of 2000 and to obtain necessary medical records. The veteran's claims for service connection, increased rating, and TDIU will be reconsidered based on the new evidence obtained.

The Board has determined that the veteran does not have a current diagnosis of tinea versicolor and denied service connection for this condition. Service connection was also denied for hepatitis C due to lack of evidence.

The Board denied the reopening of the claim for PTSD, finding no new and material evidence. The appellant does not currently suffer from PTSD.,Service connection was granted for Paranoid Schizophrenia. No other conditions were found to be service-connected.

The veteran's appeal is being remanded to the RO for further development and notification, including compliance with the Veterans Claims Assistance Act of 2000 (VCAA).

The Board has remanded the veteran's claims for additional development, including obtaining medical records and conducting examinations to determine the etiology of his left knee disorder and hepatitis C.

The veteran's claim for service connection for residuals of hepatitis C is being remanded due to the need for additional development, including obtaining VA and private medical records.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for service connection for hepatitis C and an increased rating for PTSD, finding that there was insufficient evidence to support a claim of service connection for hepatitis C and that the current evidence did not meet the criteria for a higher rating for PTSD.

The Board has granted service connection for Hepatitis C, reopening the claim based on new and material evidence.

The veteran's claim for service connection for hepatitis C is being remanded due to the need for further medical examination and development of his service records.

The veteran withdrew their appeal before the Board could make a decision on their claim for evaluation of hepatitis C.

The Board found that the veteran's hepatitis C was incurred during his period of active service and granted service connection.

The veteran's arthritis of the hands was not present in service or within one year thereafter, and there is no evidence linking it to his active duty. The kidney disability claim is denied as there is no current diagnosis. Hepatitis C was diagnosed based on positive blood tests but without a clear link to service. Liver disability is also denied due to lack of current diagnosis.,The veteran's kidney disability has not been shown to be related to service, and the liver disability is not currently present or linked to his hepatitis C.

The Board has determined that additional development is needed to fully adjudicate the veteran's claims for service connection for prostate cancer and hepatitis C, including obtaining relevant medical records and conducting examinations.

The veteran is seeking service connection for hepatitis C. The Board has decided to remand the case due to incomplete information and need for further examination.

The VA denied the veteran's claim for an initial evaluation in excess of 40 percent for hepatitis C with cirrhosis of the liver prior to October 30, 2002.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for service connection for hepatitis C and cirrhosis of the liver, finding that there was no medical evidence linking these conditions to his military service.

The Board has remanded the case for additional development, including obtaining medical records and conducting a comprehensive review of the appellant's medical history to determine if he has hepatitis C and its etiology.