Other conditions decisions — 2008

The veteran's claim for educational benefits under the Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB) was denied because he did not meet the eligibility requirements, specifically his discharge from active duty was not honorable.

The Department of Defense has determined that the veteran is not eligible for education benefits under REAP.

The veteran's household income for 2005 exceeded the income threshold for entitlement to treatment in VA's healthcare system without a copayment requirement, so his claim is denied.

The Board denied an increased rating for the veteran's residuals of shrapnel wound, right lateral thigh, Muscle Group XIV and did not address his claim for increased disability rating for arthrosis of the left shoulder.

The veteran's household income for 2005 exceeded the income threshold required for treatment in VA's healthcare system without a copayment requirement. As a result, his eligibility was changed to require a copayment.

The Board found that the veteran's eye conditions, including trace retinopathy, pseudophakia, and post-surgical cataracts, are not related to service. The claim for service connection was denied as there is no evidence linking these diagnosed conditions to his military service.

The veteran's degenerative changes in both great toes, postoperative bunionectomies, are not severe enough to warrant a compensable rating.

The Board found that the veteran does not have a skin disability related to his military service, and thus denied his claim for service connection.

The Board found no evidence of a current disability related to the veteran's left thigh contusion incurred during service, and thus denied his claim for service connection.

The veteran's service-connected right leg disability is being remanded for a new examination to determine the current severity of his condition, as the existing evidence does not contain findings necessary for a proper evaluation under Diagnostic Code 8521.

The Board denied the appellant's claim for DIC benefits as she was not considered a helpless child due to her previous marriage.

The Board has determined that the veteran's reactive airway disease is related to his military service, and thus grants the claim for service connection.

The VA determined that the veteran's acromioclavicular separation of the left shoulder does not warrant a rating higher than 20 percent.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for compensation under 38 U.S.C.A. § 1151 for blurred vision and discolored skin, finding no causal connection to VA treatment.

The veteran's pension benefits are granted as of his 65th birthday, August 7, 2003. The issue of entitlement to pension benefits prior to this date is remanded for further development.

The Board has determined that the veteran's post-operative residuals of a rectal fistula are service-connected, based on direct evidence.

The veteran's appeal has been withdrawn, and the case is dismissed.

The Board has remanded the case for further development, including obtaining service treatment records and post-service medical records. A VA physician will provide an opinion on whether the cause of death is related to any incident in service, including exposure to herbicides.

The Board has determined that the veteran's osteomyelitis of the right buttock, operated right ischial tuberosity does not meet the criteria for a compensable disability evaluation.

The Board has determined that the veteran does not have a current stomach disability, onychomycosis of the feet, or ringing in the ears. The claims for these conditions are therefore denied.