Other conditions decisions — 2011

The Veteran's service-connected fracture of the left fifth metatarsal has not been manifested by symptoms warranting a compensable rating.

The Veteran's claim for a total disability evaluation based on individual unemployability (TDIU) was denied as she failed to appear at the scheduled VA examination without providing good cause.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's sleep disorder, manifested by insomnia, was not incurred in or aggravated by active service and is therefore denied.

The VA determined that the Veteran's status post exploratory laparotomy for perforation of colon secondary to colonoscopy does not warrant a compensable evaluation.

The Board found that the Veteran did not have chronic residuals of a head injury in service and there was no evidence linking his current symptoms to his active duty. The Board denied the claim for service connection.

The Veteran's painful calluses on the bilateral feet are currently rated at 30 percent, which is the maximum schedular rating available. The Board finds that the current evaluation adequately addresses his disability level and symptomatology.

The Board found that the Veteran's left hand disability is characterized by moderate impairment and did not meet the criteria for an evaluation in excess of 10 percent. The claim was denied.

The Veteran's request for additional vocational rehabilitation training benefits was denied as her goal of employment as a Probation Officer could not be achieved due to her medical conditions and lack of full-time participation in the program.

The Veteran's bruxism with a fractured tooth is secondary to his service-connected PTSD. The case is being remanded for a VA dental examination and readjudication of the claim.

The Veteran's grinding of teeth is manifested by inter-incisal range of motion between 31 and 40 millimeters, warranting a 10% disability rating. The Board found that the Veteran's symptoms are sufficiently characteristic to meet this criteria.

The Veteran's service-connected residuals of a left calcaneal stress fracture and right second toe fracture are currently rated at 10 percent each, but the evidence supports granting initial 20 percent ratings for these disabilities.,The VA examiners found that the Veteran experienced moderate foot injuries in both feet due to her service-connected conditions.

The Veteran's epidermoid cyst was not manifested during service or for many years thereafter, and the Board finds that it is not related to his military service.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for chest pain and malaria, finding that there is no evidence of a current disability or service origin.

The Veteran's post-operative complications from a laparoscopic surgical procedure were considered, but the Board found no evidence of VA negligence or fault in causing his additional disability. The condition is deemed to be directly related to the surgery itself.

The Board has determined that the required development for a claim based on asbestos exposure has not been accomplished and is remanding the case to obtain such information.

The Veteran's initial noncompensable ratings for Dupuytren's contracture of each hand were granted, effective January 1, 2007.

The Board denied the appellant's claim for dependency and indemnity compensation (DIC) and accrued benefits as a child of the Veteran due to the appellant being over 18 years old at the time he filed his claim in August 2007, and did not become permanently incapable of self-support before attaining 18 years of age.

The Veteran is seeking a compensable rating for post-surgical residuals, bilateral mastectomy for gynecomastia. The case has been remanded due to insufficient medical evidence and the need for further examination.

The Veteran was declared vocationally rehabilitated in November 2008, based on his employment as a volunteer facilitator at the [redacted] for at least 60 continuous days.

The Board has determined that the appellant did not have qualifying service and is therefore not a veteran for purposes of receiving compensation from the Filipino Veterans Equity Compensation Fund.