Other conditions decisions — 2025

The Board remands the claim for a right thigh condition due to insufficient medical evidence and the need for an addendum opinion.

The Board remands the claim for a new VA examination to determine whether the Veteran's neurocognitive disorder is related to his service-connected disabilities.

The Board remands the matter to process the January 2020 PCAFC application and issue proper notice.

The Board remands the appeal for a legally adequate medical opinion regarding the Veteran's eligibility for PCAFC benefits.

The Board denied an earlier effective date for the award of special monthly compensation (SMC) based on the need for aid and attendance, as there was no evidence that a claim for SMC based on aid and attendance was inferred prior to July 23, 2024.

The appeal to restore the 20 percent rating for bilateral dry eye with left corneal tear is granted as the reduction was improper.

The Board granted an effective date of June 19, 2025, for the award of special monthly pension based on the need for regular aid and attendance (SMP-AA).

The appeal regarding eligibility for benefits under VA's PCAFC is denied as a matter of law due to the timing of the application and the Veteran's service dates.

The appeal for eligibility for benefits under the VA's PCAFC is remanded due to a pre-decisional duty-to-assist error and an inadequate medical decision.

The Board remands the matter to ensure proper notice and additional development of the claim for eligibility to enroll in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC).

The appeal for eligibility for benefits under the VA's PCAFC is remanded due to a pre-decisional duty-to-assist error and inadequate notification of the decision.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for special monthly compensation (SMC) based on the need for aid and attendance due to his service-connected disabilities.

The Board remands the claim for an initial compensable rating for basal cell carcinoma of the skin, head or neck to obtain outstanding private treatment records.

The Board remands the claim for eligibility for specially adapted housing due to a pre-decisional duty to assist error.

The Board remands the claim for essential tremors to correct errors in fulfilling the duty to assist, specifically related to an inadequate examination and opinion.

The Board remands the claim for the issuance of a notice that complies with 38 U.S.C. § 5104, to include specific findings and notification requirements.

The Board granted an effective date of November 30, 2016, but not earlier, for the award of service connection for cholangiocarcinoma.

The appeal for caregiver eligibility-PCAFC was withdrawn by the appellant.

The Board remands the claim for a left hip disorder to be further developed, including an examination.

The Board granted restoration of service connection for insomnia, finding that the severance was improper.