Other conditions decisions — 2026

The Veteran's claim for a total disability rating based on unemployability due to service-connected disabilities was denied as she is not service connected for any disabilities.

The Veteran requested to withdraw their appeal for TDIU, and the Board dismissed the case as a result.

The Veteran's claims for increased rating for peritoneum adhesions and entitlement to TDIU are remanded due to the need for a new VA examination under both old and new rating criteria.

The Veteran's eligibility for enrollment in the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) is being remanded due to insufficient evidence supporting his need for personal care services. The Board will seek a medical opinion on whether participation in PCAFC would be beneficial.

The Veteran's appeal of the denial of service connection for chronic insomnia has been dismissed due to a failure to timely file an NOD within one year of the November 2024 rating decision.

The Veteran's bilateral pseudophakia, cystoid Macular edema, right eye, and macular pucker, right eye were rated at 30 percent due to visual impairment. The evidence did not show any incapacitating episodes or other issues warranting a higher rating.

The Board has determined that the December 2022 decision denying eligibility for VA's PCAFC program is legally inadequate and requires further development to ensure a thorough review of all medical opinions.

The Board has denied service connection for Cushing's disease and pituitary tumor, finding that the evidence does not support a causal relationship to military service. The Veteran's conditions are attributed to her own diagnosis rather than exposure to toxic substances during service.

The Veteran's non-VA emergency medical services for an infected sebaceous cyst on December 5, 2020 are granted as they met the criteria for reimbursement under 38 U.S.C. § 1725.

The Veteran's service connection claim for Hymenoptera-related anaphylaxis is granted as the evidence supports a finding that his condition started in and has continued since his active service.

The Veteran's TDIU and Dependents' Educational Assistance claims have been granted effective from November 23, 2019.,The Board has also remanded the Veteran's increased rating claims for his lumbar and cervical spine conditions.

The Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorder, unspecified trauma and stressor disorder, is granted as service connected. The Board found that the symptoms began during her military service and are linked to in-service sexual assault.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to errors in obtaining relevant Vocational Rehabilitation Program records and addressing the Veteran's arguments regarding his divorce and change of address.

The Veteran's appeal for non-VA ambulance medical expenses incurred on August 13, 2025 was dismissed as there is no indication of a claim being filed or adjudicated by VA.

The Veteran's glioblastoma, which resulted in his death, is found to be at least as likely as not caused by in-service exposure to herbicide agents (Agent Orange). Service connection for the cause of the Veteran's death is granted.

The Veteran's initial ratings for bilateral dry eye syndrome and urinary frequency were denied, with the case being remanded for further evaluation of other service-connected conditions.,Further evaluations are needed to determine appropriate initial ratings for additional service-connected disabilities.

The Veteran's degenerative joint disease, right and left Achilles tendonitis have been granted increased evaluations of 20 percent for the entire period on appeal.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient medical opinion regarding whether the Veteran's heart condition is related to service, specifically his combat service in Afghanistan. The AOJ must obtain a new VA examination and provide an adequate medical opinion.

The Veteran's claim for an increased rating and earlier effective date for Morton's neuroma of the right foot was denied. The Board found that a higher rating is not warranted due to the current maximum schedular rating, and that March 6, 2012 is the earliest possible effective date for service connection.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's eligibility for a Level 2 stipend under VA's PCAFC is in dispute due to insufficient medical review regarding his need for supervision, protection or instruction on a continuous basis. The case is being remanded for further evaluation.