Other conditions decisions — 2017

The Veteran's polycythemia vera was not incurred or aggravated by service, including exposure to ionizing radiation. The Board finds that the evidence does not support a finding of direct service connection.

The Veteran's CLL was not shown to be related to service, including exposure to herbicide agents or other toxins. The Board found no evidence of herbicide agent exposure and the claim is denied.

The Board found that the appellant was at fault for creating the overpayment due to her failure to notify VA of her remarriage and continued acceptance of DIC benefits. The Board determined that recovery would not be against equity and good conscience as the appellant's fault outweighed VA's error, and she faced financial hardship.

The VA determined that the Veteran's bilateral inguinal hernia did not meet the criteria for a higher rating since January 11, 2017.

The Board has determined that the appellant is not eligible for VA educational assistance benefits under Chapter 1606, known as the Montgomery GI Bill for Selected Reserves (MGIB-SR), due to a determination by DOD that he was no longer eligible for these benefits.

The Veteran's claim of service connection for lymphadenitis is being remanded due to the need for clarification and additional development regarding her medical history and examination findings.

The Veteran's right thumb DJD has been rated at 10 percent since July 28, 2006. The rating is based on limitation of motion and arthritis.

The appellant's service as a Special Philippine Scout from July 1946 to April 1947 is not considered for pension eligibility due to the induct period. The claim is denied.

The Veteran's service-connected TDIU (Total Disability Rating Based on Individual Unemployability) effective from December 11, 2015, allows him to receive any needed dental treatment.

The Board has decided to remand the case for additional development, including obtaining updated treatment records and scheduling a VA examination. The Veteran's claim of entitlement to TDIU will be reconsidered after these actions.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for avascular necrosis of the right and left hips, finding that there is no evidence linking these conditions to his active duty service.

The Veteran's right and left chronic anterior tibial compartment syndrome have been rated at 10 percent each, but the Board has determined that a higher rating is warranted due to the presence of painful scars on both legs.,The Veteran does not meet the criteria for special monthly compensation based on need for aid and attendance or being housebound.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded to obtain additional medical records and for a VA examination to assess the severity of his service-connected mechanical low back pain, including any associated nerve symptoms.

The Veteran's residuals of pterygium surgery are not considered to meet the criteria for a compensable disability rating as there is no evidence of visual impairment, conjunctivitis, or disfigurement.

The Veteran's muscle group XIII injury, residual of shell fragment wound to the left lower thigh, is rated at 40 percent. The Veteran also has a moderately severe muscle injury in muscle group XI and secondary service connection for varicose veins as well as PTSD and TDIU are addressed.

The Veteran's claim for an increased rating for service-connected gastritis is being remanded to obtain updated VA treatment records and a new examination.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for fecal leakage is denied as there is no current disability.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's colon cancer and rectal cancer were not shown in service, are not related to his service-connected vitiligo, and therefore denied his claims for service connection.

The Veteran is seeking compensation under 38 U.S.C.A. � 1151 for a kidney disorder and TDIU based on service-connected disabilities. The case must be remanded to obtain additional medical records, an adequate opinion regarding the cause of his current condition, and to ensure compliance with all directives.

The Veteran was granted service connection for schizoaffective disorder with alcohol use disorder. However, his claims for neck and back disorders were denied as there is no evidence linking these conditions to his military service.,Service connection was established for a psychiatric condition (schizoaffective disorder) due to its onset during service and secondary to alcohol abuse.