Other conditions Board decisions

Initial compensable ratings of 10 percent have been granted for left foot hallux valgus and right foot hallux valgus.,The Veteran's claim for a 10 percent rating based on multiple noncompensable service-connected disabilities has been dismissed as moot.

The Veteran's appeal for a 100% disability rating for congestive heart failure was dismissed due to his death during the pendency of the appeal.

The Board denied recognition of J.B. as the Veteran's surviving spouse due to his legal marriage to C.M., and because she filed for survivor benefits.

The Veteran's application for PCAFC eligibility was denied due to the Centralized Eligibility and Appeals Team (CEAT) finding that he does not meet current eligibility requirements. The CEAT determined the Veteran is not in need of personal care services on a continuous basis, citing his medical records as noting various health concerns but not rising to the level of needing personal care services for ADLs or supervision.

The Veteran withdrew his appeal regarding the issue of an earlier effective date for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU).

The Veteran's claim for payment or reimbursement of ambulance service provided on February 22, 2020 is being remanded due to the need for further development and compliance with regulatory and statutory duties.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to inadequate medical opinion regarding informed consent and causation of esophageal cancer.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for left leg, right leg chronic venous insufficiency and severe swelling of both hands due to a pre-decisional duty to assist error in not obtaining records from Mary Washington Hospital. Additional VA examinations are needed.

The Board dismissed the appeal as the Appellant requested withdrawal of all appeals, and this case is the only pending appeal.

The Veteran's claims of recognition for her spouse and children have been granted, but the case is dismissed as there are no longer any unresolved issues.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to insufficient evidence in the December 2024 decision, and a need for further medical evaluation.

The Veteran's eligibility for enrollment in the PCAFC program is remanded due to a lack of explanation regarding his personal care needs and best interest determination.

The Board has remanded the case due to a duty to assist error, specifically failing to schedule a VA examination. The Veteran's essential tremors are related to his military service and need further medical evaluation.

The Board has remanded the cases due to inadequate VA examinations and the need for further development. The Veteran's pericardial cyst is being reviewed, as well as his bilateral eye disorder.

The Board has determined that the overpayment of VA compensation benefits due to concurrent receipt of drill pay in fiscal year 2012 is not valid, while the overpayment for fiscal year 2013 is valid.

The Veteran's left eye atrophy with vision field loss has been rated as 20 percent since April 16, 2013. The Board has remanded the issue of an increased rating for this condition prior to April 6, 2021.

The Board granted a 40 percent rating for the thoracic spine disability, effective June 24, 2024. The Veteran's disability is currently rated 20 percent under Codes 5010-5235 from June 1, 2008 (the date service connection was awarded) and 40 percent from 5235 from June 24, 2024.

The Veteran died during the appeal process, and therefore the case is dismissed.

The Board found that the Veteran was not unable to secure and follow a substantially gainful occupation prior to January 1, 2017 due to his service-connected right little finger disability. The evidence showed he had multiple nonservice-connected disabilities and occasional right hand impairment but could still perform employment duties.

The Veteran's right elbow disability resulted in flexion limited to 90 degrees, which meets the criteria for a 20 percent rating under Diagnostic Code 5206.