Multiple sclerosis decisions — 2009

The appeal is remanded to the RO for scheduling of a Board videoconference hearing.

The Board denied service connection for a back disorder, quadriparesis, residuals of facial fractures, multiple sclerosis, and anemia. The initial rating for bilateral hearing loss was also denied.

The Board granted service connection for multiple sclerosis on a presumptive basis, but denied service connection for CAD, diabetic retinopathy, and lower extremity edema with peripheral neuropathy.

The veteran's bilateral knee disability (patellofemoral syndrome with degenerative joint disease, and history of healed proximal tibial stress reaction) is not productive of limitation of extension, lateral instability, or subluxation, and is not productive of limitation of flexion of 60 degrees or less.

The claim for service connection for multiple sclerosis was remanded for additional development, including an examination to determine the date of onset and etiology of the condition.

The Board denied the veteran's appeal to reopen a claim for service connection for multiple sclerosis, as new and material evidence was not received.

The appeal was dismissed due to the veteran's death.

The veteran's multiple sclerosis was incurred in service and service connection is granted.

The veteran is entitled to a higher level of special monthly compensation based on the need for aid and attendance under 38 U.S.C.A. § 1114(r)(1).

The Board found that the veteran did not submit new and material evidence to reopen his claim for service connection for multiple sclerosis (MS).