Other conditions Board decisions

The Veteran's appeal regarding his service-connected back injury was dismissed because he requested to be reviewed under the AMA system, effectively withdrawing his legacy appeal.

The appeal for service connection of the Veteran's left eye disability is remanded due to lack of substantial compliance with previous remand directives and need for an adequate medical opinion regarding aggravation of a preexisting condition.

The Veteran's appeal for additional VA educational assistance benefits under Chapter 33 was denied as she had already received the maximum combined education benefits of 48 months from Chapters 30, 31, and 33. The Board found that there is no legal basis to grant the requested benefits.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's current diagnoses of mitral valve prolapse and first-degree atrioventricular (AV) block are at least as likely as not related to her service, resolving doubt in her favor.

The Board denied the claim for survivor pension benefits as the appellant's income exceeded the maximum annual pension rate (MAPR).

The Veteran's appeal for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU) has been dismissed due to the death of the Veteran. The Board does not have jurisdiction to adjudicate this case as the Veteran is deceased.

The Board denied the claim for service connection of presbyopia, finding that it is not a disability for which service connection may be granted and there was no evidence showing it was caused or aggravated by a service-connected condition.

The Veteran's daughter, C.C., attempted to claim additional accrued benefits in excess of $1,566.00 for expenses related to her mother's last sickness and burial. However, the Board found that she did not pay any such expenses out-of-pocket and thus was not entitled to additional accrued benefits.

The Board has decided that an apportionment of the Veteran's VA benefits to the Appellant on behalf of P.W. prior to reaching the age of 18 is remanded due to procedural issues and financial hardship evidence.

The Board denied service connection for chronic mycotic infections of both feet, finding that the conditions are not related to in-service exposure or service-connected disabilities.

The Veteran's child, D.J., is being recognized as her helpless child due to cerebral palsy. However, additional development is needed to confirm D.J.'s condition at the time of her 18th birthday and whether she can now support herself.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings for left hip strain and service connection for a sleep disorder are remanded. The TDIU claim is also remanded as it is intertwined with the other claims.

The Board has determined that the appellant's claim for nonservice-connected pension benefits cannot be decided without additional development as there is insufficient evidence to verify his claimed service.

The Veteran withdrew his appeal in a written statement prior to the promulgation of a decision.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to insufficient evidence and need for further examination regarding the appellant's left leg disorder.

The Veteran's surviving spouse, R.S., had no unpaid VA benefits due at the time of her death. The appellant is not entitled to accrued benefits as she does not qualify for them.

The Board has denied service connection for a skin disability and chronic pain syndrome disorder. The case is remanded to obtain updated medical evidence regarding the Veteran's lumbar spine disability.

The Veteran's opioid withdrawal symptoms, dependence, and addiction are not considered to be caused by VA medical care or negligence.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for nonservice-connected pension benefits as he did not serve during a period of war, and therefore does not meet the minimum qualifications for such benefits.

The Board has remanded the claims for compensation under 38 U.S.C. § 1151, SMC based on need for aid and attendance or housebound status, and TDIU due to conflicting findings in a previous VA examination.