Other conditions decisions — 2018

The Board has granted the Veteran's request for a waiver of overpayment of VA disability benefits, finding that recovery would be against equity and good conscience due to the Veteran's incarceration.

The Veteran's sleep disorder/insomnia resulted in occasional decreased work efficiency and intermittent periods of inability to perform occupational tasks, but did not meet the criteria for a higher rating.

The Board has granted service connection for lupus, finding it likely incurred during active duty training. Service connection for a respiratory disability is denied as there is no evidence of current or chronic respiratory condition.

The Veteran's appeal has been withdrawn by the appellant, and thus the case is dismissed.

The Veteran's VR&E benefits are being remanded due to her relocation and the need for additional development regarding her ability to obtain necessary certifications through an institution that can accommodate her disabilities, including dyslexia.

The Board denied service connection for myocardial infarction and Meningioma Tumor between front lobes of the brain, finding no evidence of exposure to herbicides in service and insufficient evidence linking these conditions to service.

The Veteran withdrew his appeal for a compensable rating for nephrolithiasis, and the claim is dismissed.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for a compensable rating for bilateral inguinal hernia and right testicle atrophy, finding that there was no evidence of recurrent post-operative hernia or complete atrophy of both testes.

The Veteran's appeal of special monthly compensation based on need for aid and attendance or being housebound has been dismissed due to the death of the Veteran.

The Veteran claims service connection for an intestinal disorder including Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and surgical residuals. The VA examiner found insufficient evidence to support the claim based on the lack of a diagnosis in service records and unclear reasoning. A new examination is needed.

The Board found that the Appellant's discharge from service was due to willful and persistent misconduct, not a minor offense. As a result, his discharge is considered dishonorable, which bars him from receiving VA benefits.

The Board has remanded the claims for right hip disorder, left hip disorder, bilateral leg swelling disorder, and SMC due to service-connected disabilities. The Veteran's attorney waived review of new evidence in the AOJ. Additional VA examinations are needed to determine the cause and nature of the Veteran’s current right and left hip disorders and bilateral leg swelling disorders.

The Veteran's claims for increased evaluations for his service-connected right thumb disability and back disability are being remanded due to the need for additional examinations.

The Board has determined that the current matter must be remanded for further development to accurately account for all months and days of educational assistance benefits used by the Veteran under the Post-9/11 GI Bill.

The Board has decided that a remand is necessary to obtain private treatment records and determine if the Veteran's heart disorder, including coronary artery disease and ischemic heart disease, was related to herbicide exposure in service.

The Veteran's eligibility for the Chapter 1606 kicker was not based on an irrevocable election to relinquish eligibility under Chapter 1607, and thus he is not entitled to payment of the Chapter 1606 kicker amount as a part of payment of Chapter 33 benefits.

The Veteran's claim for additional Post-9/11 GI Bill educational assistance benefits to transfer to his daughter C.C. was denied as he is limited to a maximum of 48 months of total educational benefits.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to potential missing VA treatment records and an addendum opinion regarding the Veteran's pulmonary fibrosis.

The Board has denied service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder (claimed as PTSD) and remanded the issue of service connection for bilateral hearing loss due to potential exposure during service.

The Board granted payment of, or reimbursement for, medical expenses incurred on August 25, 2014, at Erlanger Baroness Hospital (EBH) due to the Veteran's emergency condition and lack of feasibly available VA facilities.