Other conditions Board decisions

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for a compensable rating for CTE and aphasia, physical residuals of TBI, and special monthly compensation at the (k) and (t) rates due to TBI. The AOJ is required to obtain a new VA examination and correct any pre-decisional duty to assist errors in determining appropriate ratings.

The Board has determined that the character of discharge for the Appellant's service is under review and requires further investigation. The decision will be reconsidered after obtaining additional relevant documents from the U.S. Navy Office of the Judge Advocate General.

The Veteran's appeal for an annual clothing allowance for use of knee braces has been withdrawn by his representative, and the Board is dismissing the case as a result.

The Board denied the claim for service connection for cause of death in the line of duty, finding that the Veteran's death was due to willful misconduct and not in the line of duty.

The Veteran's request for an extension of time to file a Board Appeal request regarding the reduction in rating for actinic keratosis was denied, and the attempted appeal is dismissed.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to a duty to assist error, requiring a VA examination for an acquired psychiatric disability, specifically mixed mood disorder.

The Board has granted service connection for residuals of resection of small intestine due to remaining internal scar tissue from a service-connected gunshot wound. However, the Veteran does not have a documented current diagnosis of a stomach condition and therefore, service connection for a stomach condition is denied.

The Board has determined that a remand is necessary to obtain an adequate medical opinion regarding the Veteran's eligibility for PCAFC benefits, as the initial decision was based on insufficient evidence and reasoning.

The Veteran's cause of death, which included atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, is presumed to be related to herbicide agent exposure during service at Fort McClellan. The Board granted the claim for service connection for the cause of death.

The Board has determined that the character of discharge from service is a matter to be remanded for further development and adjudication, while the issue of service connection for a psychiatric disorder remains unresolved.

The Veteran's initial rating of 50% for schizoaffective disorder is increased to 70% from June 22, 2009 to April 30, 2010 and from July 1, 2010 to August 18, 2020. A temporary total disability rating of 100% for hospital treatment due to schizoaffective disorder is granted from March 1, 2010 to June 30, 2010. The Veteran's entitlement to TDIU prior to August 18, 2020 is also granted.

The appellant has withdrawn her appeal regarding dependency and indemnity compensation predicated upon service connection for the cause of the Veteran's death.

The Veteran's appeal for TDIU was dismissed due to the death of the Veteran during the pendency of the appeal.

The Veteran withdrew their appeal for service connection of a right finger disorder.

The Veteran's daughter, the Caregiver-Applicant, is not eligible for enrollment in the VA's Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) due to his death. The application requirements were not completed prior to his passing.

The appeal seeking compensation under 38 U.S.C. § 1151 for RICA stent occlusion is dismissed due to the Veteran's death.

The Board denied an earlier effective date for DIC benefits, finding that the Appellant did not file a claim prior to January 13, 2020.

The Board has granted service connection for the Veteran's speech impediment disability, finding that it began during his active service.

The Veteran's benefits were previously terminated due to being a fugitive felon, resulting in an overpayment. The Board has remanded the matter to determine if any overpayment exists following the reinstatement of his benefits.

The Board has remanded the claim of service connection for a right toe disability, to include amputation, due to insufficient evidence and the need for further examination.