Other conditions Board decisions

The Board has decided that another remand is necessary to assess the severity of the Veteran's urethra stricture disability, as it was not adequately addressed in previous evaluations.

The Board has granted service connection for the Veteran's Raynaud’s disease, finding that it is at least as likely as not caused by her service-connected systemic lupus erythematosus.

The Veteran's lymphomatoid papulosis is granted as service connected due to presumed exposure to Agent Orange during his Vietnam service.

The Board has remanded the case due to inadequate reasons for denying service connection for bilateral lower extremity pain. The Veteran's claim is being returned for further proceedings, including obtaining medical opinions and SSA records.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection of a left eye disorder, finding that his pre-existing condition did not worsen during service and was due to genetic factors.

The Board denied service connection for cerebral aneurysms, finding that the Veteran's condition was not shown in service or until many years after discharge. The VA examiner concluded that the cerebral aneurysms are less likely than not related to active service, including a motor vehicle accident during service.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for anemia, finding no current diagnosis and insufficient evidence to establish a link between his active duty service and his claimed condition.

The Board dismissed the appeal because the appellant requested to withdraw their appeal prior to a decision being made.

The Veteran's overpayment of VA pension benefits is waived due to the principles of equity and good conscience, despite fault on his part. The decision grants the waiver request.

The Veteran's claim for special monthly compensation (SMC) based on the need for aid and attendance was denied because he failed to appear for a scheduled VA examination without providing good cause.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to missing documents and incomplete information, particularly regarding the validity of the appellant's claim as the Veteran's surviving spouse for VA death benefits purposes. The AOJ is instructed to ensure all relevant records are obtained and reviewed.

The Board has decided that service connection for a skin condition of the feet, to include jungle rot, should be remanded due to lack of VA examination and outstanding SSA records.

The Board dismissed the appeal due to the appellant's death, and no ratings were granted or denied.

The Veteran's TDIU claim was denied because he has been employed full-time during the appeal period, and there is no evidence of his inability to work due to service-connected disabilities.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection for basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma, both claimed as skin cancer, due to exposure to ionizing radiation. The case is being sent back for further development including obtaining a dose estimate from VA's Under Secretary for Health.

The Board previously denied a TDIU, and the Veteran appealed. The Court Clerk granted a JMPR, which included new evidence from the Veteran and SSA records. The case is now remanded for further action including obtaining additional medical records and determining if a TDIU is warranted.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for chronic lymphocytic leukemia as a result of exposure to ionizing radiation, finding that there was insufficient evidence connecting his in-service radiation exposure to his current condition.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for diverticulitis, finding that there was no evidence linking his current condition to in-service events or exposure. The Board also found insufficient evidence to support a link between his diverticulitis and consumption of contaminated water in Vietnam.

The Veteran's cause of death, refractory ventricular and ischemic cardiomyopathy, is found to be caused by exposure to herbicide agents during service. Service connection for the cause of death is granted. However, DIC benefits under 38 U.S.C. § 1318 are denied as the Veteran did not meet the eligibility requirements.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient compliance with previous instructions regarding obtaining the Appellant's Army Reserve pay records. The case will be returned for further development and readjudication.