Multiple sclerosis decisions — 2017
86 indexed Board decisions in 2017.
Badges describe the whole decision, not the outcome for every condition listed. An appeal can grant one issue and deny or remand another. Check the original decision for each issue; these outcomes do not predict your claim.
- Whole decision: Remanded (sent back)February 2017
The Board of Veterans' Appeals has ordered the case REMANDED for further development, including obtaining VA treatment records and an examination to determine if the Veteran's service-connected multiple sclerosis, seizure disorder, and optic neuritis result in a need for regular aid and attendance.
- Whole decision: DismissedFebruary 2017
The Veteran has withdrawn her appeals for the issues of increased ratings for multiple sclerosis, neurological impairment of the upper and lower extremities, and mood disorder. She also withdrew her appeal regarding service connection for visual disturbance due to multiple sclerosis.
- Whole decision: GrantedFebruary 2017
The Board has determined that it is at least as likely as not that the Veteran's multiple sclerosis was present to a compensable degree within 7 years of his active duty, and therefore grants service connection for this condition.
- Whole decision: DismissedFebruary 2017
The Veteran's appeal has been withdrawn by his representative, and the Board is dismissing the appeal.
- Whole decision: DeniedJanuary 2017
The Board found no evidence of MS in service or within the presumptive period following separation, and thus denied the Veteran's claim for service connection.
- Whole decision: GrantedJanuary 2017
The Board finds that the Veteran's Multiple Sclerosis first manifested within seven years of separation from service, and grants service connection based on this legal presumption.
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