Other conditions Board decisions

The Board has vacated the decisions denying increased ratings for right elbow fracture and right hand median nerve sensory loss, as the appeals were improperly docketed as legacy appeals due to a timely post-supplemental statement of the case (SSOC) submitted by the Veteran.

The Veteran's appeal regarding his service-connected left hip disorder has been remanded due to the need for an addendum opinion from a VA examiner.

The Board has granted the Veteran's claim for service connection for a left lower extremity disability, manifested by swelling, pain, numbness, and the inability to straighten toes. The disability is related to in-service diagnoses of phlebitis and anterior compartment syndrome.

The Board dismissed the appeal as the appellant, through his authorized representative, requested withdrawal of the appeal before a decision was made.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for intraosseous meningioma, finding that there is no evidence linking the condition to his in-service exposure to herbicide agents.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to inadequate development and failure to substantially comply with prior remand directives. The issue of service connection for a disability of the upper back (to encompass disability of the neck) is returned to the Board for further consideration.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for a dental disability for treatment purposes is denied as he does not meet the eligibility criteria under any of the available classes.

The Board has remanded the claim for compensation under 38 U.S.C. § 1151 due to incomplete examination and medical opinions, requiring additional development including a VA examination.

The Board dismissed the appeals for service connection of atrial fibrillation and a skin rash due to the Veteran's death.

The Board has remanded the cases for additional development due to incomplete medical opinions and a need for further examination.

The Board has granted the Veteran's claim for service connection for ulcerative colitis, finding that it is at least as likely as not aggravated by his service-connected PTSD.

The Veteran's service-connected residuals of fractures, right ring finger and right little finger, right thumb limitation of motion, and right long finger limitation of motion have been rated as 10 percent for the entire appeal period. The ratings are denied for higher evaluations.

The Veteran's claims for service connection and increased rating for PTSD, as well as his claims for right foot, left foot, and left hand conditions have been remanded due to the need for additional examinations.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for bilateral hammertoes, finding that there is no competent and probative evidence linking the condition to his military service.

The Veteran's interstitial lung disease and pneumoconiosis are found to have originated during active service, warranting service connection.

The appeal is being remanded due to new evidence associated with the claims file and for consideration of TDIU based on impairment resulting from the combined effects of the Veteran's service-connected disabilities.

The Veteran's appeal is dismissed due to their death, and no service connection issues are addressed.

The Board has remanded the claim for a rating in excess of 10 percent for right ilioinguinal and genitofemoral nerve neuralgia due to inadequate examination findings, lack of EMG studies, and need for updated VA treatment records.

The Veteran's right eye retinal detachment, status post laser treatment is granted a 10 percent disability rating from January 20, 2014. The compensable ratings for inguinal hernia and diarrhea after surgery are also granted.

The Veteran withdrew his appeal, so the case is dismissed.