Other conditions Board decisions

The Board has remanded the case due to an inadequate medical opinion regarding whether the Veteran was born with spina bifida or spina bifida occulta, and if so, whether he has residuals from either condition.

The Veteran's initial evaluation for service-connected prostatitis was granted at a 10 percent rating prior to October 21, 2015. From October 21, 2015 to January 21, 2016, the Veteran received an increased evaluation of 40 percent. After that date, his prostatitis was rated at a higher level based on nighttime awakenings.

The Veteran's left elbow disability has been rated based on limitation of motion. The Board found that the current ratings for painful flexion and supination are appropriate, but recommended remanding to determine if a higher rating is warranted due to changes in range of motion since March 9, 2016.

The Veteran's service connection claims for left testicular seminoma and dementia have been granted. However, the issues of service connection for bilateral hearing loss, prostate disorder, and erectile dysfunction are being remanded due to insufficient evidence.

The Board has granted service connection for an unspecified trauma and stressor-related disorder, finding that the Veteran's current diagnosis is at least as likely as not due to military service in Saudi Arabia. The claim of reopening a previously denied acquired psychiatric disorder was also granted.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's fungal infection of the bilateral feet is related to his military service and grants this claim.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for a right lower extremity nerve disability, finding no evidence of such condition during her time in service or due to any service-connected disabilities.

The Board has determined that the case should be remanded to determine if the former representative, K.S., is entitled to attorney fees from past due benefits awarded in an August 2003 rating decision and whether the fee is reasonable. The appellant disputes the payment of attorney fees.

The Veteran withdrew his claim for service connection for arthritis of the lower extremities, so it is dismissed.

The Veteran's non-hodgkin's lymphoma is granted as service connection for accrued benefits, and his death due to the same condition is also granted.

The Board denied a rating in excess of 20 percent for stricture of urethra from September 4, 2014, to February 3, 2020, and denied a rating in excess of 40 percent afterwards. The Veteran's condition did not meet the criteria for higher ratings based on his voiding dysfunction.

The Board has granted service connection for acute myelocytic leukemia due to exposure to Agent Orange during service and also grants the cause of death claim.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim of service connection for lymphoma of the left testicle, secondary to bilateral testicular hydroceles, finding that there was no evidence linking the condition to service or a service-connected disability.

The Veteran's right knee disability, including instability and limitation of extension, is currently rated at 10 percent. The appeal for higher ratings remains denied.

The Board denied a higher disability rating for the Veteran's service-connected pulmonary nodule, finding that her FEV-1 and FEV-1/FVC levels remained above 70 percent predicted, thus not warranting a higher 30 percent rating.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for an increased rating for panic disorder and a TDIU determination due to potential worsening of his disability. The Veteran is also requested to provide any outstanding treatment records and complete a VA Form 21-8940.

The Board denied the appeal, finding that the Appellant's character of discharge was a bar to receiving VA compensation benefits due to willful and persistent misconduct during service.

The Board has remanded the case for additional development, including obtaining missing documents and clarifying whether prior authorization was obtained for the Veteran's stay at Orthopedic Clinic on June 3, 2013. The AOJ is also instructed to adjudicate both issues of payment or reimbursement for unauthorized medical expenses.

The Veteran's service connection for multiple myeloma is granted due to presumed exposure to herbicide agents. The claim of service connection for lytic lesions (claimed as cystic lesions) is remanded.

The Board denied service connection for the cause of the Veteran’s death and payment of increased DIC at the aid and attendance or housebound rate due to lack of evidence supporting a service-connected disability.