Other conditions Board decisions

The veteran's claims for increased evaluations of his service-connected shell fragment wounds were denied. The RO found that the residuals did not meet criteria for higher ratings.

The VA denied the veteran's claim for an increased disability rating for his service-connected hyperacidity with lactose intolerance, currently rated at 10 percent.

The Board denied service connection for bilateral eye disorders, including cataracts and macular degeneration, claimed as due to mustard gas exposure. The lung disorder claim was also denied, but the appellant did not appeal this decision.

The veteran's claim for special monthly compensation based on the need for regular aid and attendance or at the housebound rate is being remanded due to procedural issues.

The Board found that the veteran's death was not caused by or related to his service-connected disability, and thus denied the claim for cause of death. The appeal is also dismissed as there are no pending claims for accrued benefits.

The Board has granted service connection for serpiginous choroiditis, finding that it is related to exposure to herbicide agents used in Vietnam.

The Board granted service connection for hallux valgus of the left great toe and assigned a 10 percent disability rating, which is the highest rating available under Diagnostic Code 5284.

The Board denied the veteran's claim for service connection for the removal of all upper teeth, finding that there was no evidence of a dental condition due to service trauma or combat wounds. The veteran is not eligible for VA outpatient dental treatment.

The Board found that the reduction of the veteran's VA disability compensation benefits to a 10 percent level, effective September 13, 1996, following his incarceration for a felony was proper.

The Board has ordered further development due to the need for additional evidence. The veteran's case is now being sent back to the Regional Office (RO) for the requested development, including obtaining medical records and arranging for a genitourinary examination.

The Board denied the appellant's claim for basic eligibility to receive a permanent and total disability rating for pension purposes due to insufficient active service, finding that he did not meet the required 90 days of active duty.

The Board found that the veteran's claim for service connection for teeth numbered 3, 4, and 5 is not shown as a matter of law due to lack of evidence supporting such entitlement.

The Board has determined that new and material evidence has been presented to reopen the veteran's claim for service connection for residuals of a back injury, but it is unclear whether this evidence establishes service connection due to the complexity of the case.

The Board has granted a 10 percent evaluation for the veteran's service-connected residuals of a shrapnel wound to the right foot, which is currently rated as degenerative joint disease with pain. The issue on appeal remains limited to this specific claim.

The Board has denied the veteran's claim for service connection for Berger's disease due to a lack of proper notification and development under the VCAA, as well as failure to obtain all relevant medical records. The case is being remanded for further action.

The Board denied the veteran's claim for basic eligibility for VA benefits due to a lack of qualifying service as per the requirements set forth in Title 38 of the United States Code and regulations.

The Board denied the appellant's claim for non-service connected VA pension benefits due to lack of wartime service, which is required for such benefits.

The Board denied the motion to revise the August 2001 decision, finding no clear and unmistakable error.

The Board has determined that the veteran's current disability or additional disability claimed as back and lower extremity impairment is not demonstrated by objective clinical evidence, thus denying his claim for compensation benefits under 38 U.S.C.A. § 1151.

The Board has ordered further development due to pending issues and is remanding the case back to the Regional Office for additional examination and consideration.