Other conditions decisions — 2025

The Board denied entitlement to TDIU prior to February 28, 2024, and from May 1, 2024, as the Veteran's service-connected disabilities did not render him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU) prior to October 16, 2018, as the evidence did not show that he was unable to engage in substantially gainful employment due to his service-connected disabilities.

The Board denied an earlier effective date for the grant of a total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU) and eligibility for Dependents' Educational Assistance (DEA).

The appeal involving the October 2021 rating decision that implemented the October 2021 Board decision and the appeal for additional accrued benefits in excess of $3,100.00 based on reimbursement of the Veteran's incurred last illness expenses were dismissed due to a claims processing defect.

The Board remands the claim for a clarifying medical opinion to determine the severity of the esophageal stricture.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for an initial compensable disability rating for chronic lymphocytic leukemia, as the evidence did not show that his condition warranted a higher rating.

The Board remands the claim for a bilateral foot condition to obtain an adequate medical opinion regarding its nature and etiology.

The Board granted service connection for hairy cell leukemia, finding that the Veteran's condition is related to his military service and exposure to contaminated drinking water at Fort Sam Houston.

The Veteran withdrew the appeal for an initial rating in excess of 20 percent for left rotator cuff tendonitis, and the Board has no jurisdiction to review this matter.

The Board denied service connection for a dental disability, claimed as trauma to teeth number 9 and 10, due to in-service dental trauma for compensation purposes.

The appeal of the February 2021 rating decision denying service connection for narcolepsy was dismissed due to untimely filing.

The Board denied the appeal regarding the overpayment of a housing allowance and books and supplies under the Post-9/11 GI Bill, as it was determined that the Veteran was not entitled to these benefits for the period in question.

The appeal for payment of dental services provided by the appellant to the Veteran on December 22, 2020, was dismissed as it is subject to a specific administrative dispute resolution process that does not allow for appellate review by the Board.

The Board remands the Veteran's claim for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability due to service-connected disabilities for further development, including scheduling a VA examination.

The Board remands the claims for a compensable evaluation of vasovagal syncope and sinus tachycardia due to inadequate VA medical examinations.

The Board remands the claims for a new VA examination to assess the current severity of the Veteran's hip disabilities, including impairment of the thigh and limitation of extension.

The Board denied the motions to revise on the basis of clear and unmistakable error (CUE) an August 1990 rating decision and a December 2015 rating decision, as neither decision was final.

The appeal for payment of non-VA medical services provided on July 13, 2018, was dismissed due to the improper claimant filing a Notice of Disagreement.

The Board remands the claim for eligibility under the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) to obtain additional evidence and a medical opinion.

The Board remands the Veteran's claim for service connection for a lung condition due to a pre-decisional duty to assist error in failing to properly notify and schedule the Veteran for a VA examination.