Other conditions decisions — 2026

The Board has granted payment or reimbursement for the ambulance services provided on July 16, 2022, by American Medical Response Ambulance Service (AMRAS) due to the Veteran's active VA health-care participation and the emergency nature of the transport.

The Veteran's death during the appeal process made the apportionment of VA disability compensation to her former spouse moot, and thus the appeal is dismissed.

The reduction in the disability rating for left upper extremity nerve disability from 30 percent to 20 percent was improper, and restoration of the prior rating is granted.

The Veteran's claim for an annual VA clothing allowance due to the use of clobetasol propionate cream USP 0.05% is denied because the Under Secretary for Health or designee has not certified that the medication causes irreparable damage to his outer garments.

The appellant withdrew her appeal regarding eligibility to enroll in the PCAFC due to emotional stress.

The Board has determined that the ambulance expenses incurred on July 10, 2022 are eligible for reimbursement under VA policies and regulations due to the Veteran's emergency condition requiring transport by ambulance.

The Veteran is granted an initial rating of 70 percent for his unspecified trauma and stressor related disorder, reflecting significant occupational and social impairment.

The Veteran's claim for payment or reimbursement of $67.30 for prescription medication provided by Thrifty White Pharmacy is being remanded due to inadequate notice and lack of information regarding his other health care coverage.

The Veteran withdrew his appeal regarding his schizoaffective disorder, and the Board dismissed it.

The Board dismissed the appeal for payment or reimbursement of prescription medication costs incurred on April 15, 2022, as the Veteran's claim was fully granted and no disagreement remains.

The Veteran withdrew her appeal for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU). The Board dismissed the appeal as a result.

The Veteran's eligibility for copay exemption in the VA healthcare system and prescription coverage was denied due to his income exceeding the means test threshold.

The Board has granted the Veteran's claims for a permanent and total disability rating for multiple myeloma with anemia, as well as basic eligibility for educational assistance benefits under Chapter 35. The evidence is at least in balance regarding whether the Veteran's condition will continue throughout his life.

The Board denied the appellant's claim for accrued benefits as there was no pending claim at the time of the decedent's death and the appellant did not file a timely claim within one year after the decedent's passing.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's current right thumb disability is related to her service, and thus grants service connection for this condition.

The Veteran's claim for payment or reimbursement of non-VA medical expenses incurred due to a motorcycle accident is granted, as all criteria under VA regulations are met.

The Veteran's non-VA medical services provided on the specified dates were not authorized by VA, and therefore payment or reimbursement is denied.

The Board has remanded the claim for payment or reimbursement of medical expenses from November 1, 2022 to November 30, 2022 due to insufficient evidence and a failure to obtain an Explanation of Benefits (EOB) from the Veteran's insurance company.

The Veteran's claim for payment or reimbursement of non-VA medical services provided on June 17, 2022 was denied because the claim was not filed within the required 90-day period after discharge from the facility and there is no evidence that either the Veteran or the provider attempted to obtain reimbursement from a third party.

The Veteran withdrew his appeal concerning entitlement to a total disability evaluation based on individual unemployability.