Other conditions decisions — 2026

The Veteran's left knee disability was rated at 10 percent from October 22, 2019 to November 27, 2019 due to limited flexion of the knee. The Board found that his flexion did not reach less than 30 degrees and denied a higher rating.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for a dental condition, including loss of teeth due to periodontal disease and caries, is denied as the disability does not meet the criteria for compensation under VA regulations.

The Board has decided to remand the Veteran's case due to a pre-decisional duty to assist error regarding notification of the timeframe for requesting a waiver. The AOJ is instructed to obtain and consider the back side of the December 2021 DMC demand letter, which explains the Veteran's options for repayment.

The Veteran's essential tremors are granted service connection, while his dental disorder claims for compensation purposes and treatment purposes remain denied.

The appeal concerning payment of 'Education benefits' is dismissed as there was no decision made by VA within a year prior to the appellant's submission of her disagreement.

The Veteran withdrew his appeal for service connection of loss of use of the right hand and fingers, leading to its dismissal.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for payment or reimbursement of non-VA medical services provided on January 27, 2025 and from February 19 to February 26, 2025 due to a lack of VA authorization.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to errors in evaluating the Veteran's eligibility for PCAFC benefits, specifically related to personal care services. The AOJ is required to obtain a medical opinion from CEAT regarding whether the Veteran meets the criteria for personal care services based on inability to perform an ADL or need for supervision.

The Board has determined that there is a need for a new medical determination regarding the Veteran's eligibility for participation in VA's PCAFC program due to incomplete or unclear information from the previous decision.

The Veteran's continued enrollment in the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) has been extended until a later reassessment, and thus his appeal is dismissed.

The Veteran's application to enroll in the Department of Veterans Affairs' Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) was denied due to his death, making it impossible to complete the required eligibility assessments and designation as a Primary Family Caregiver.

The Board has remanded the case due to a lack of sufficient VA medical opinion regarding the Veteran's cause of death and whether his coronary artery disease caused or contributed to his death.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient explanation in the Centralized Eligibility and Appeals Team (CEAT) decision regarding whether the Veteran requires personal care services, which is necessary for determining eligibility for the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC).

The Veteran's currently diagnosed adjustment disorder with depressive features is granted as secondary to his service-connected degenerative arthritis of the left shoulder, cervical spine, and bilateral hips.

The Board has identified a duty to assist error in the August 2024 VA contract examiner's opinions and has ordered a new opinion on whether the Veteran's diverticulitis is caused or aggravated by his service-connected depressive disorder.

The Board has determined that the decision regarding the Veteran's eligibility for participation in VA's Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) is ambiguous and requires further clarification. The case is being remanded to allow a new medical determination considering all available evidence.

The Veteran's request for a waiver of recovery of an overpayment of VA pension benefits in the amount of $92,820 is granted. The Board finds that his request was timely filed due to VA's failure to provide him with the time limit information.

The Veteran's right leg femoral nerve disability, which is currently rated as noncompensable (zero percent), has been found to be manifested by moderate incomplete paralysis. The Board determined that the evidence does not support an increase in rating beyond the current level of noncompensable.

The Veteran's application for the Program for Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) was denied because he passed away before eligibility could be determined and a designation as a Primary Family Caregiver could be completed.

The Veteran withdrew their appeal for specially adapted housing and special home adaptation, so the issues are dismissed.