Other conditions decisions — 2022

The Board has determined that the Veteran's VA Form 9 was timely filed, allowing for consideration of his claims regarding service connection and increased ratings for dysthymic disorder.

The Board has remanded the case for further action regarding whether the Appellant's military service from October 1992 to February 1997 entitles him to VA benefits and medical care benefits arising from this period of service. The decision is based on the character of his discharge, which may or may not be a bar to receiving VA benefits.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to a missing consent form for the Veteran's clavicle surgery, which is necessary to determine if the VA provider was at fault in causing the nerve damage.

The claim for a compensable rating for the right fifth metatarsal fracture prior to October 15, 2018 and in excess of 10 percent from that date is being remanded due to inadequate examination reports. The Veteran needs a retroactive medical opinion with regards to range of motion testing.

The Board denied service connection for left and right eye disorders, finding that the current evidence does not support a link between these conditions and active service.

The Board restored the Veteran's disability rating for recurrent nephrolithiasis from 20% to 30%, finding that her condition had not improved and was still at the same level as before the reduction.

The Board denied a compensable disability rating for the Veteran's residuals of an aortic aneurysm, finding that there were no symptoms or complications related to the condition during the appeal period.

The Veteran's prostate condition is related to his service in Camp Lejeune, but a VA examination is needed to determine the exact nature and etiology of the condition.

The Board has granted service connection for the Veteran's right and left shin disabilities, finding that there is at least a 50% likelihood that these conditions began during service and have continued since then. The disability ratings are set at 10 percent each.

The Board has remanded the case for further review due to inadequate assessments of pain and functional loss in prior VA examinations. The Veteran's claims for higher ratings and a separate rating for bowel and/or bladder disorders are also being reviewed.

The Veteran's appeal for total disability due to individual unemployability (TDIU) prior to October 6, 2017 has been dismissed as the appellant requested withdrawal of his appeal.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to inadequate development, specifically scheduling a VA examination for the Veteran's right eye pterygium. The Veteran is seeking an increased disability rating for this condition.

The Board has decided that the Veteran's claim for TDIU is remanded due to a lack of information from the Veteran. If he still does not meet the schedular criteria, his case will be referred for extraschedular consideration.

The Veteran's claim for an upward adjustment based on his dependent child A.J.G. is granted, and VA will disburse $2,199 in past-due benefits. The overpayment related to the removal of his spouse from his VA account is reduced and remitted accordingly.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for chronic lymphocytic leukemia is denied as the evidence does not support a finding that his condition was incurred or aggravated by active service, including exposure to herbicide agents.

The Board denied the Appellant's claims for nonservice-connected survivor's pension benefits and special monthly pension based on the need for regular aid and attendance or housebound status due to her exceeding the maximum net worth limit of $130,773.00.

The Board has granted service connection for BRAO with Hollenhorst plaque of the left eye as secondary to ischemic heart disease (IHD).

The Veteran withdrew his appeal for special monthly compensation based on a need for aid and attendance, which he was already receiving.

The Board has granted service connection for colon cancer and liver cancer, finding that the Veteran's exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune is at least as likely as not a cause of his cancers. The decision also grants secondary service connection for liver cancer due to colon cancer.

The appeal for eligibility to benefits under VA's Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) is dismissed due to the Veteran's death prior to final approval.