Other conditions decisions — 2019

The Veteran's claim for a rating in excess of 30 percent for a digestive disorder is denied as the evidence does not show symptoms that warrant a higher rating under the applicable diagnostic codes.

The Veteran's appeal was denied because his discharge from active duty service did not meet the eligibility requirements for VA educational assistance benefits under Chapter 33, as he received a general discharge under honorable conditions.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for a disability rating in excess of 10 percent for left and right patellofemoral pain syndrome due to inadequate examination reports. The Veteran is also asked to provide evidence of knee instability.

The Veteran's claim for a higher disability rating for his chronic musculoskeletal strain of the lower back is being remanded due to the need for further development, including scheduling an appropriate VA examination.

The Board denied the Veteran's waiver request for an overpayment of VA compensation benefits, finding that the creation of the debt was valid and not due to sole administrative error. The Veteran was found at fault in the creation of the overpayment and there is no evidence of undue hardship or unjust enrichment. As a result, recovery of the overpayment would be against equity and good conscience.

The Board has remanded the case due to failure to comply with prior remand directives and for obtaining an adequate medical opinion regarding the etiology of the Veteran's RLS.

The Veteran's overpayment of compensation benefits is being remanded for an audit to determine the correct amount due.

The Veteran's inguinal hernia was initially manifested during service and is granted service connection. The Veteran's jungle rot of the feet and numbness in the left ear/face are remanded for further evaluation.

The Veteran's death was not service-connected, and therefore the appellant is denied burial benefits.

The Veteran's claims for service connection of gastrointestinal disorder, groin disorder, chronic bilateral hip disorder, and shin splints have been denied. The Board found no new evidence that would support reopening the previously denied claims.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's narcolepsy is due to his service and grants service connection for this condition.

The Veteran's child, the appellant, is denied benefits as he did not become permanently incapable of self-support prior to reaching age 18.

The Board has remanded the case for a new VA examination to assess the Veteran's service-connected left leg condition, which includes a chipped tibia and tingling of the leg. The examination must consider the Veteran's in-service findings and current symptoms.

The Veteran's request for higher ratings for his right and left shoulder compartment syndrome is denied.,Service connection for a liver disability is granted, but the effective date prior to April 22, 2013 is denied.

The Board has remanded the case due to the need for a medical opinion regarding whether the Veteran's current facial skin condition is related to his service-connected diabetes.

The Veteran's right eye herpes simplex keratitis is rated at 10 percent, the minimum rating available under the revised criteria for diseases of the eye.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's private hospitalization on February 13, 2014 did not constitute 'emergency treatment' under VA regulations and therefore denied his claim for payment or reimbursement of unauthorized medical expenses.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's current gastroparesis is proximately due to his service-connected diabetes mellitus, type 2 and has granted service connection for this condition.

The Board has remanded the case due to incomplete medical opinions and a need for additional examination. The Veteran's right lower extremity disability, claimed as piriformis syndrome, is being reviewed again.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence regarding the Veteran's lung nodules and respiratory conditions, specifically whether they are related to his service in the Persian Gulf War or exposure to burn pits. The Veteran will need a VA examination to determine these issues.