Other conditions decisions — 2018

The Veteran's cause of death was metastatic breast cancer, which is not service-connected. The Veteran did not have any pending claims at the time of his death and was in receipt of non-service-connected pension benefits. The Board found that there is no evidence linking the Veteran’s breast cancer to his military service or exposure to herbicides. As a result, the claim for service connection for the cause of death was denied. For the death pension claim, the appellant's income exceeded the maximum allowable pension rate (MAPR).

The Veteran's dysthymic disorder is rated at 30 percent prior to October 16, 2014 and 50 percent thereafter. The Board found that the symptoms did not warrant a higher rating.

The Veteran's mesothelioma, which caused his death, was found to be due to exposure to asbestos in military barracks during his service in Vietnam. The Board granted service connection for the cause of death based on this finding.

The Veteran's death was not service-connected, and the appellant did not meet the criteria for burial benefits as her claim was filed outside of the two-year time limit. The Board denied the appeal due to lack of legal basis.

The Board has granted service connection for Sinonasal Undifferentiated Carcinoma (SNUC) and the cause of death. The SNUC is presumed to be related to herbicide agent exposure during service, specifically burn pits.

The Veteran seeks additional payment or reimbursement for unauthorized medical expenses incurred at HCMC on April 19, 2013. The Board has ordered a remand to obtain a clear itemized statement of payments or reimbursements awarded and declined.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection for mood disorder and TDIU has been dismissed as the Veteran withdrew his appeal prior to a decision being made.

The Veteran's surviving daughter is not eligible for accrued benefits as she is over the age of 23 and did not become permanently incapable of self-support before the age of 18.

The Board has decided to remand the cases due to insufficient medical opinions regarding the Veteran's ataxia and dizziness issues, as well as the issue of special monthly compensation based on aid and attendance.

The Board has reopened the claim for service connection of essential thrombocytosis due to new and material evidence. The Veteran's condition is considered a myeloproliferative disorder that began during her active duty service.

The Veteran's claim for automobile and adaptive equipment is denied because his loss of both feet was due to a motor vehicle accident, not service-connected disabilities.

The Veteran's claim for a compensable rating for the residuals of a stress fracture, left tibia is being remanded due to incomplete examination and lack of review of the claims file.

The Board has decided to remand the case for further development, including a VA examination and secondary service connection notice.

The Board denied service connection for basal and squamous cell carcinomas as the evidence did not show a link between these cancers and active service, including presumed exposure to Agent Orange.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's right hip disorder is a result of his active service and has granted service connection for this condition.

The Veteran's fungal infection of the fingernails and toes is remanded for further evaluation, including a VA examination to determine its etiology and whether it is related to his service or any service-connected disability.

The Board denied service connection for a skin disorder, finding that the condition was not present during service and is not related to service.

Your appeal has been dismissed due to the Veteran's death. The Board does not have jurisdiction to adjudicate your claim as it is no longer relevant.

The Veteran's cause of death, glioblastoma multiforme, is determined to be at least as likely as not related to exposure to Agent Orange during his service in the Republic of Vietnam. Therefore, service connection for cause of death is granted.

The claims for service connection of lower back, left heel, and right hip disabilities have been dismissed.,The claim for service connection of left hip disability has been dismissed.,The claim for service connection of left heel disability has been dismissed.,The claim for service connection of right hip disability has been dismissed.,An initial rating in excess of 70 percent for PTSD has been denied.,The claim for service connection of hepatitis C has been remanded.,The claims for a rating in excess of 10 percent for right knee disability prior to November 22, 2010 and in excess of 30 percent from January 1, 2012 have been remanded.,The claim for TDIU (Total Disability Rating Based on Individual Unemployability) prior to January 7, 2014 has been remanded.