Other conditions decisions — 2019

The Board denied service connection for temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ) and four front teeth and bridge right lower for compensation purposes due to lack of evidence linking these conditions to service.

The Board has reopened the Veteran's claim for service connection for a dental disability for compensation purposes due to new evidence showing a current diagnosis of tooth decay under his crowns. However, the Board denied the claim as there is no evidence of an underlying disability that comports with VA regulations for compensation purposes.

The Veteran's left little finger disability, characterized by ankylosis and reduced grip strength, is rated at a noncompensable level. The Board has granted a compensable rating of 10% effective January 16, 2018.

The Board dismissed the claim for a 10 percent rating based on multiple, noncompensable service-connected disabilities due to the appellant's death.

The Board denied the reduction in VA disability compensation for military drill pay due to a lack of evidence supporting the Veteran's claim.

The Board has determined that the April 1978 rating decision denying service connection for a left flat foot disability is not clearly and unmistakably erroneous. The Veteran's pre-existing condition was found to be not aggravated by active duty.

The Veteran's claim for an initial compensable rating for herpes simplex is remanded due to a lack of adequate examination.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorder, including adjustment disorder and personality disorder with antisocial, narcissistic, and paranoid traits, is related to his active service. The decision grants service connection for this condition.

The Veteran's colon cancer is found to be related to his exposure to herbicide agents during service, specifically Agent Orange. The claim for service connection is granted.

The Board has remanded the claims for an initial rating in excess of 30 percent for ophthalmoparesis and diplopia, as well as the TDIU claim due to their interrelated nature. The VA will need to obtain additional medical records and schedule a VA eye examination.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient information regarding the Veteran's caregiver expenses, which could affect his eligibility for nonservice-connected pension benefits from August 1, 2012.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection of a left leg disorder, finding no medical evidence linking any current left leg disability to his active military service.

The Board denied the Veteran's appeal as his substantive appeal was not filed within the required time frame, despite being close to the deadline.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to insufficient medical evidence on whether the Veteran's death was caused by his service-connected conditions or if any pre-existing conditions were aggravated during service.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for an initial disability rating and TDIU due to delays in scheduling a necessary examination. The claims will be reconsidered after the requested examinations are completed.

The Veteran's application for VRAP benefits was denied because he did not meet the full-time enrollment requirement during the specified term at Florida State College.

The Board has granted service connection for the residuals of a left eye injury, diagnosed as left dry eye syndrome. However, it denied service connection for cataracts and presbyopia to include as residuals of left eye injury.

The Board denied compensation under 38 U.S.C. § 1151 for a qualifying additional disability, to include a urethral stricture, caused by VA treatment in October 2012 due to lack of proximate cause.

The Veteran's cause of death is service-connected due to his exposure to Agent Orange during service, which caused end stage liver disease that contributed to his death.

The Board has remanded the case due to incomplete records and further development is needed, including obtaining medical records from Dr. J.G. and an August 1972 X-ray film.