Other conditions decisions — 2015

The Veteran's varicocele, diagnosed as genitofemoral neuralgia, has been rated at 10 percent since July 31, 2006. The Board denied an increased rating for this condition and found that the current symptoms do not warrant a higher rating.

The appeal is being remanded due to the lack of a statement of the case (SOC) addressing the eligibility for apportionment of the Veteran's disability compensation benefits. The appellant must be informed of their actions necessary to perfect an appeal on this issue.

The Veteran's claims for service connection and compensation under 38 U.S.C.A. § 1151 were denied as there is no evidence of a current disability or that any claimed disabilities are related to service.

The Board found that the Veteran's motor vehicle accident in service was not due to willful misconduct and granted service connection for his C-5 quadriplegia.

The Veteran's service-connected mood disorder is currently evaluated at 70 percent, effective November 19, 2014. The Board found that the evidence did not meet criteria for a higher evaluation.

The Veteran's service-connected status-post partial gastrectomy and peptic ulcer disease are the subject of an appeal for a higher evaluation, but no specific issues regarding TDIU have been raised. The case is being remanded to schedule the Veteran for a videoconference hearing.

The Veteran died from metastatic carcinoma of the esophagus, which was not service-connected. The Board found that there is no evidence linking the esophageal cancer to his military service or exposure to herbicides.

The Veteran's hallux valgus right great toe has been manifested by symptoms including pain, numbness and tenderness. However, the condition is not severe enough to be equivalent to amputation of the great right toe or have required surgery with resection of the metatarsal head. As a result, an initial compensable rating for hallux valgus right great toe has been denied.

The Veteran's basal cell carcinoma is likely related to his in-service sun exposure, and the Board finds that service connection for this condition should be granted.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for carbuncle/abscess in the groin area and testicles, as well as cellulitis of the right leg, finding no current diagnosis or chronic residuals from the in-service treatments.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for tarsal coalition of the left and right subtalar joints was granted with an effective date of April 27, 1993. The rating assigned is 30%.

The Board dismissed the appeal due to the appellant's death, as it has no jurisdiction to adjudicate the merits of this case.

The Board dismissed the appeal due to the death of the appellant, and no jurisdiction remains for further action.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded to obtain a new VA examination and for further development of his claim for an increased rating for left orchitis.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's tremors and shaking are not service-connected, with no evidence linking them to his military service or any presumptive exposure to herbicides. The claim is denied.

The Board has granted service connection for non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, which was presumed to be caused by exposure to Agent Orange during the Veteran's service in Vietnam. The cause of death due to non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is also granted.

The Veteran's skin disability is being remanded for a new VA examination to determine the nature and etiology of his skin condition, including whether it is related to service or secondary to diabetes mellitus.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's Crohn's disease is not related to his active service, including exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune. The evidence does not support a finding of continuity of symptoms from service.

The Veteran's request for waiver of overpayment in the amount of $2,890.00 resulting from an overpayment of dependency benefits was denied because he alone is responsible for creating the debt and recovery would not be against equity and good conscience.

The Board has remanded the case for scheduling a videoconference hearing due to the appellant's request.