Other conditions decisions — 2020

The Veteran's appeal for an increased rating in excess of 10 percent for service-connected gastroparesis is remanded due to inadequate VA examinations and the need for updated treatment records.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for esophageal cancer due to contaminated water exposure at Camp Lejeune, finding that there was not enough evidence to support a link between his condition and his time at the base.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient medical opinions regarding whether the service-connected lumbar spine disability caused or aggravated the Veteran's bladder disability (overactive bladder).

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for a sinus disability and an initial rating in excess of 0 percent for his ulcer (gastric) disability, finding no evidence to support these claims.

The Board has reopened the claim for service connection of a preexisting spinal cord injury due to new and material evidence received since the March 2009 rating decision. However, the case is remanded as further medical examination is needed to determine if the preexisting condition was aggravated by service.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for colorectal cancer and an acquired psychiatric disorder were denied as there was no evidence to support a link between these conditions and his military service, including exposure at Camp Lejeune.

The Board has remanded the case due to an inadequate VA medical opinion and a need for further examination. The Veteran's claims of service connection for cancers involving his tonsils, lungs, and esophagus are being reviewed again with consideration of his in-service complaints and presumed exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune.

The Veteran's right knee condition, specifically the tear of the posterior lateral meniscus with limitation of extension, is not rated higher than 10 percent for the entire period on appeal.

The Board denied the veteran's claim for nonservice-connected pension benefits as they did not have a qualifying period of active military, naval, or air service.

The Board has remanded the case due to issues with the adequacy of the VA examination and the need for additional evidence. The Veteran's bilateral foot disorder will be reviewed again, including a new examination.

The Board has denied the claim for service connection for bunions of the bilateral feet as there is no credible evidence linking them to active military service or any qualifying period of Active Duty Training (ADT) or Inactive Duty Training (IDT).

The Board has decided to remand the claims for further development due to a lack of proper notification and scheduling of a VA examination. The Veteran is required to provide updated information about any relevant private records, and he will be notified of the scheduled examination.

The Board has remanded the claim for further development and consideration, including obtaining additional medical opinions on the relationship between the Veteran's CLL and his service-connected asbestosis.

The Veteran's TDIU claim is granted as of July 19, 2011 due to his service-connected right hand and arm disability preventing him from securing or maintaining gainful employment.

The Veteran's nonservice-connected pension claim is being remanded due to incomplete information regarding his employment and income.

The Board has determined that the procedural steps for a simultaneously contested claim have not been completed, and thus the matter is being remanded to ensure compliance with special procedural regulations.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's Paget's disease of the left tibia did not begin during his period of active duty and is not related to in-service herbicide or asbestos exposure. As such, service connection for this condition cannot be established.

The Board denied the appellant's claim for recognition as a helpless child of her father due to insufficient evidence showing she was permanently incapable of self-support by reason of physical or mental defects prior to age 18.

The Board has remanded the case for further development, including obtaining outstanding treatment records and unemployment information from New York State. The Veteran's claim will be readjudicated based on all evidence.

The Board has decided to remand the cases for further development and consideration. The Veteran's VR&E services and IWRP change are being reviewed due to incomplete records.