Other conditions Board decisions

The Veteran's death was not caused by a service-connected condition, and the Board finds that diabetes mellitus, hepatitis C, and liver cancer are not related to his military service.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's fatal brain tumor was caused by exposure to Agent Orange during service, and therefore grants service connection for the cause of death.

The Veteran's service-connected chronic lateral epicondylitis of the elbows has been rated at 10% since September 28, 2006. The Board found that his current range of motion and symptoms do not warrant a higher rating.

The Veteran's deviated nasal septum is not shown to result in 50 percent obstruction of the nasal passage on both sides, or complete obstruction on one side. The Board finds that a compensable rating for this condition is not warranted.

The Board has remanded the case for additional development due to a previous decision being vacated by the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims.

The Veteran's residuals of right tibial stress fracture resulted in moderate disability, warranting a 10% rating prior to December 18, 2013. From December 18, 2013, the disability was rated at 10%. The evidence did not meet criteria for higher ratings.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection for a cardiovascular disability, other than hypertension, has been denied as there is no current diagnosis of such condition.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for restless leg syndrome, including as secondary to Agent Orange exposure, is being remanded due to the need for an adequate VA examination and opinion.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for residuals of a brain injury was denied as there is no evidence of a brain injury or its residuals during active duty service, and the current diagnosis of psychotic disorder NOS is not related to his period of active duty service.

The Board has remanded the case for further development due to confusion regarding income and medical expense information, particularly for the appellant's financial status and recurring monthly medical expenses.

The Board found that the Veteran's colon cancer is not related to his active service, including exposure to herbicides. As a result, the claim for service connection was denied.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for epididymitis is denied as he does not have a current diagnosis of this condition.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's current BPH and ED were not incurred in service or otherwise related to his period of active duty, including any herbicide exposure. The claim for service connection is denied.

The Board has granted the Veteran's request for waiver of recovery of an overpayment of VA compensation benefits in the amount of $16,497.46, finding that it would be against equity and good conscience to recover this debt due to significant VA fault and lack of intent to flee justice.

The Board finds that the Veteran's urinary incontinence symptoms are not caused by his service-connected cystitis and therefore, does not warrant an increased rating.

The Board found that the Veteran was not a fugitive felon for VA compensation purposes between March 15, 1995 and March 9, 2009, thus terminating his VA compensation benefits beginning April 19, 2004 was improper.

The Board denied the appellant's claim for recognition as the Veteran's surviving spouse due to a lack of evidence establishing a common-law marriage in accordance with Kansas state law.

The Veteran's right epididymal cyst has not required drainage, frequent hospitalization, or continuous intensive management. Therefore, the claim for an initial disability rating in excess of 10 percent is denied.

The appellant is awarded $530 in retroactive aid and attendance benefits due to the deceased spouse at her death.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for a right elbow disability is being remanded due to the unavailability of his service and VA treatment records, which may provide relevant information. A VA examination will be scheduled to address the nature and etiology of his claimed condition.