Other conditions decisions — 2014

The Board found that the August 1965 rating decision was not clearly and unmistakably erroneous in assigning a noncompensable evaluation for residuals of a right hand crush injury, thus denying the claim.

The Veteran's left leg disability was initially rated at 50 percent prior to February 28, 2011 and increased to 60 percent from that date. The Board found the evidence consistent with a 60 percent rating for the period before February 28, 2011.

The Board has remanded the case due to additional relevant evidence submitted by the appellant and issues related to representation. The overpayment at issue in this case was created after a compliance survey of the appellant's school revealed a discrepancy in her enrollment period.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection for bilateral foot fungus has been resolved in favor of the Veteran, and therefore, the issue is dismissed. The case is remanded to determine an appropriate initial compensable evaluation for herpes progenitalis.

The Veteran's non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is presumed to be related to exposure to Agent Orange during his active military service in Thailand.

The Veteran's glioblastoma, stage 4 brain cancer is granted service connection as due to exposure to Gulf War environmental hazards during his military service.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development to obtain necessary medical records and ensure proper consideration of his claim.

The Veteran's claims for a higher rating for Tietze's Syndrome and entitlement to a TDIU are being remanded due to the need for additional development, including another VA examination.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's claimed respiratory disability, including a sinus disorder, is not related to his active duty service and therefore denied the claim for service connection.

The Board has dismissed the appeal due to the appellant's withdrawal of the appeal prior to a decision being made.

The Board has determined that the appellant is not entitled to recognition as a surviving spouse for the purpose of receiving VA death benefits due to her valid divorce from the Veteran in 1964.

The Veteran's service-connected right hand metacarpal fracture residuals are currently manifested by pain and swelling, warranting a 10% disability rating.

The Board has remanded the case for further development, including a new VA examination and consideration of the Veteran's TDIU claim. The issues remain unresolved.

The Board has remanded the case for further development, including obtaining an examination to determine if arthritis of the back and legs is related to service or a right ankle disability.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for a respiratory disorder, including as due to asbestos exposure, is being remanded for additional development.

The Veteran's myasthenia gravis is currently manifested by mild bilateral eye ptosis, weakness in the limbs, and weekly muscle cramps. The current evaluation of 30 percent does not meet the criteria for a higher rating.

The Board has remanded the case for additional development, including obtaining VA and private medical records related to the Veteran's prostate disability. The Veteran is also required to provide information about any other healthcare providers who have treated his condition.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for alcohol dependence, claimed as secondary to his service-connected disabilities, is being remanded due to the need for a new medical opinion.

The Board has determined that there is no evidence of a relapse or chronic malaria, and the Veteran's symptoms are not currently sufficient to warrant a compensable evaluation for malaria since November 20, 2003.

The Veteran seeks service connection for a bilateral eye disability other than glaucoma. The Board has remanded the case due to inadequate examination and conflicting evidence.