Other conditions Board decisions

The Veteran's myocardial infarction did not meet the criteria for a higher rating, as her symptoms were within the range of a workload of greater than 5 METs but not greater than 7 METs resulting in dyspnea, fatigue, angina, dizziness, or syncope.

The Veteran's surviving spouse did not receive proper notice from the RO regarding her claim for survivor's pension, leading to a remand. The RO needs to adjudicate the pending claim and determine if the appellant can properly substitute for the purposes of this claim.

The Veteran's service-connected other specified trauma and stressor related disorder with cannabis use disorder, stimulant use disorder, and alcohol use disorder is rated at 70 percent from April 28, 2015 through January 21, 2019. A higher rating of in excess of 70 percent is denied.

The Veteran's service-connected other specified trauma and stressor related disorder with cannabis use disorder, stimulant use disorder, and alcohol use disorder is granted at a 70 percent disability rating from April 28, 2015 through January 21, 2019. A higher rating in excess of 70 percent is denied.

The Board has granted an earlier effective date of January 10, 2013 for a 70% rating and special monthly compensation (SMC) based on loss of use of the right hand. The Veteran's claim was initially filed in January 2013 when the AOJ initiated a review due to new evidence received.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to insufficient examination regarding secondary service connection for fecal incontinence, which may be related to prostate cancer.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to insufficient evidence and for further examination. The Veteran's claim will be reconsidered with a new medical opinion.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for colon cancer, finding that there is no evidence linking his current condition to in-service exposure to Agent Orange or any other basis.

The Board has granted a total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU) from October 31, 2008. The issue of an initial rating in excess of 10 percent for chondromalacia patella of the left knee with degenerative changes is dismissed.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for avascular necrosis of the left hip and also denied his TDIU claim. The Board found that there was no evidence to support a direct relationship between the Veteran's current disability and military service or any service-connected disabilities.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for muscle and joint pain in his arms and legs, attributing this to a lack of evidence linking these conditions to his military service.

The Veteran's claims for increased rating and TDIU are being remanded due to the need for additional development of his medical records and employment history.

The Board has remanded the case due to issues related to accrued benefits in excess of $1,530.00 and a need for further clarification and adjudication regarding K.C.'s countable income.

The Board has decided to remand the Veteran's claims related to overpayment of VA compensation benefits due to National Guard drill days in FY 2015 and termination of benefits due to return to active duty on January 3, 2016. The Veteran needs a clear accounting of these debts and an explanation for their calculation.

The Board has determined that the Veteran does not have a current diagnosis of a left foot disability and therefore, service connection for this condition is denied.

The Veteran's case is being remanded for further development to determine the nature and likely cause of any pulmonary disability, assess the current severity of his service-connected PTSD, and refer this case to the Director, Compensation Service, for extraschedular consideration of TDIU.

The Board dismissed the appeal because the appellant's authorized representative requested to withdraw the appeal before a decision was made.

The Veteran's right hip disabilities are being remanded for additional development to ensure proper evaluation and compensation. The TDIU claim is also deferred as it is inextricably intertwined with the right hip increased rating claims.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient compliance with prior remand directives and a need for additional medical opinion regarding service connection for the cause of the Veteran's death.

The Board has remanded the case due to an inadequate VA medical opinion regarding the etiology of the Veteran's perforated tympanic membrane. A new or addendum medical opinion is required from a qualified examiner, specifically an otolaryngologist.