Other conditions decisions — 2025

The appeal seeking an apportionment of the Veteran's VA disability compensation to the appellant, on behalf of L.M.P. and L.C.P., is remanded for further development.

The Board denied service connection for ulcerative colitis and pyoderma gangrenosum as the evidence did not support a finding that these conditions were related to the Veteran's military service.

The Board remands the claim for eligibility in the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) to ensure adequate notice was provided and necessary records are associated with the claims file.

The appeal is remanded to the AOJ for a more detailed medical opinion and proper notice regarding eligibility for PCAFC.

The Board remands the matter to ensure that the Appellant's complete loan guaranty file has been obtained and associated with the claims file prior to adjudication on the merits.

The Board remands the claim for service connection of precancerous polyps, also claimed as colon/colorectal cancer, to obtain a VA examination and medical opinion.

The Board granted eligibility to attorney fees based on past-due benefits awarded in a March 2024 rating decision.

The Board remands the Veteran's claims for an earlier effective date for TDIU and DEA, as these issues are inextricably intertwined with a claim currently pending at the Board.

The Board remands the claims for service connection for a dental disability, left and right hand ulnar nerve disabilities, and left and right arm cubital tunnel syndrome due to a need for additional evidence and examinations.

The Board denied the Veteran's request for additional VR&E benefits to pursue a Master's Degree in Social Work, finding that his existing education was sufficient for obtaining suitable employment.

The Board granted an initial 80 percent disability rating for the Veteran's service-connected narcolepsy without cataplexy.

The Board remands the claim for an examination to determine the nature and etiology of any bowel disabilities, including whether they were caused by VA treatment.

The appeal regarding the discontinuation of the Veteran's VR&E program due to lack of cooperation or failure to participate was dismissed because there is no longer a case or controversy with respect to her entitlement to VR&E benefits.

The Board remands the claim for payment or reimbursement of ambulance expenses incurred on July 16, 2021, to ensure proper adjudication under 38 U.S.C. § 1725 and associated regulations.

The Board granted eligibility to attorney fees based on past-due benefits awarded in a February 7, 2024, RO decision.

The Board remands the claim for an adequate medical opinion to address the additional disability resulting from a colonoscopy and subsequent treatment.

The Board remands the claim for eligibility to enroll in the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) due to errors in the previous decision and to obtain an opinion on whether participation is in the Veteran's best interest.

The Veteran meets the minimum requirements for eligibility to Chapter 33 educational assistance benefits.

The Board denied earlier effective dates for TDIU, DEA benefits, and SMC based on loss of use due to the lack of a valid claim or appeal prior to October 13, 2016.

The Board denied entitlement to special monthly compensation (SMC) based on the need for regular aid and attendance of another person but granted SMC at the housebound rate.