Other conditions decisions — 2021

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings for left hip limitation of extension and flexion were denied because he failed to report for a scheduled VA examination, which was necessary to reassess the severity of his disabilities.

The Veteran's claim for an earlier effective date for service connection of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) is denied as there was no prior unadjudicated formal or informal claim and the legal preclusion due to the Camp Lejeune exposure presumption applies.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for cataracts is being remanded due to the need for further development regarding potential radiation exposure during service.

The Board has determined that the matter is not ripe for appellate review due to procedural issues and remands the case for further development, including compliance with simultaneous contested claims procedures.

The Veteran withdrew his appeal regarding special monthly compensation (SMC) by reason of being housebound or based on the need of regular aid and attendance before a decision was made.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to inadequate notice and incomplete service records, which could affect the character of discharge determination. The appellant's claims will be reviewed again with more complete information.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claim for service connection for myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) and essential thrombocythemia (ET) due to a lack of substantial compliance with previous remand directives. The case is being returned for further development.

The Board denied the appellant's request for a waiver of recovery of an overpayment of VA educational benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33) Transfer of Entitlement (TOE) Program in the amount of $61,085.80 due to fault on both parties and lack of undue hardship.

The Board has dismissed the appeal due to a withdrawal request from the appellant's authorized representative.

The Veteran requested to withdraw his appeal for a total disability evaluation based on individual unemployability (TDIU). The Board dismissed the appeal as a result.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient medical opinions regarding the Veteran's heart condition and its relation to service. The Veteran is seeking service connection for a heart condition, which includes prolapsing mitral valve and aortic ectasia. The Board also requested an opinion on whether her heart condition is related to her service-connected obstructive sleep apnea.

The Veteran's claim of service connection for chronic myelogenous leukemia is being remanded due to the need for a new opinion from the Under Secretary for Benefits regarding whether it was related to exposure to ionizing radiation during service.

The Board has remanded the case to the Director of Compensation Service for extraschedular consideration of the Veteran's TDIU claim prior to June 17, 2014.

The Board denied service connection for arthritis, finding that the evidence did not show it preexisted service or was incurred during active duty. The Veteran's arthritis is attributed to age-related osteoarthritis rather than service.

The Veteran's claim for an initial compensable disability rating for loss of tooth number 25 was denied as his missing tooth can be restored by a removable prosthesis, and the medical evidence does not suggest functional impairment.

The Board has remanded the case for a new opinion regarding the proximate cause and aggravation of the Veteran's stroke by his service-connected ischemic heart disease and diabetes mellitus.

The Board denied the appellant's request for an extension of her delimiting date beyond April 28, 2013 for Dependents' Educational Assistance (DEA) benefits as she was not enrolled in an educational institution before her eligibility ended and there were no exceptions to extend her delimiting date.

The Board dismissed the appeal because the appellant died during the pendency of the appeal, and thus has no jurisdiction to adjudicate the merits.

The Board has remanded the case due to a lack of adequate medical opinion regarding service connection for aortic abdominal aneurysm, including as related to Agent Orange exposure. A new VA examination is needed to address the Veteran's contentions and provide a sound reasoning for the conclusion.

The Veteran's left foot disability, which includes strain and arthritis, is rated at 30 percent on an accrued basis since the inception of the appeal period.