Other conditions decisions — 2022

The Veteran's claim of service connection for a sleep disorder and right arm and hand numbness is being remanded due to the need for new examinations and opinions.

The Board has determined that a new VA examination and opinions are required to address the Veteran's claims for service connection of disabilities of the bilateral upper and lower extremities, as the previous examinations and opinions did not adequately consider his reported symptoms since service.

The Veteran's fungal infection affected less than 5% of his body and exposed areas, with no systemic therapy required over the past year. As a result, he is not entitled to an initial rating in excess of 10 percent.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to the Veteran's failure to appear for a VA examination and his request for another one. The examiner is asked to provide an opinion on whether the residuals of syphilis condition is related to active service.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for a bilateral leg disorder, finding that there is no current diagnosis of such condition and thus no basis to grant service connection.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings have been denied. The residuals of left thumb fracture with some limitation of motion and radial and medial nerve damage with sensory loss and weakness of the left hand are rated at their maximum schedular disability ratings.,Residual tender scar of the left thumb and index finger and the left upper cheek is also rated at its maximum schedular disability rating.

The Veteran's service did not meet the requirements for nonservice-connected pension benefits as her first period of service occurred during a peacetime period and her second period was less than 90 days long. The Board denied the claim.

The Veteran's claim for a higher rating for his right leg residuals of shell fragment wound with perforation of the right femoral artery prior to October 24, 2020 was denied as there were no symptoms that warranted a higher rating.,Claims for initial ratings higher than 30 percent for muscle groups XIV and XV from October 24, 2020 were also denied because he is already in receipt of the maximum evaluations provided under Diagnostic Codes 5314 and 5315 respectively.

The Board has remanded the claims for increased ratings for patellofemoral syndrome and degenerative joint disease of both knees, as well as instability of the bilateral knees. The Veteran is required to undergo a new VA examination to determine current levels of impairment from these conditions.

The Veteran's claim for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability due to service-connected disabilities was denied because he failed to provide the necessary information and forms required by VA regulations.

The Veteran's service-connected trauma and stressor-related disorder is rated at 100 percent effective December 1, 2016. The appeal for a TDIU remains pending as the rating for PTSD alone renders this issue moot.

The Board has remanded the case due to failure to comply with a previous remand directive, specifically regarding the calculation of pension benefits and overpayment amounts based on the Veteran's child being considered a dependent.

The Board has remanded the case due to lack of substantial compliance with previous directives. The Veteran's fatigue condition is currently under review for service connection.

The Board denied service connection for a right hip disorder, finding no current diagnosis and no functional impairment due to the Veteran's reports of pain during flare-ups.

The Veteran's claim for a compensable rating for his right fifth finger disability was denied. The Board found that the evidence did not show ankylosis, and thus no compensable rating under Diagnostic Code 5230 is warranted. The Veteran's claim for service connection for stomach ulcer remains remanded.

The Board has remanded the case due to failure to notify the Veteran of a scheduled VA examination and for further development.

The Veteran's service was less than 181 days, failing the minimum requirement for VA home loan guaranty benefits. The Board denied eligibility due to insufficient service.

The Veteran's claim for compensation under the provisions of 38 U.S.C. § 1151 is remanded due to a new theory presented by his representative, alleging that the June 2016 surgery aggravated his diabetes, which in turn caused his worsening symptoms and contractures.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to incomplete development and procedural issues. The Veteran is required to provide information about his employment since separating from service, and VA will make efforts to obtain SSA medical records and earnings statements.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for a left eye disability is remanded due to the need for a VA examination and further development of his claims.