Parkinson's disease decisions — 2022

The Board has granted service connection for coronary artery disease, status post myocardial infarction and Parkinson's disease, finding that the Veteran was exposed to herbicide agents during his active duty in Korea. The claim of diabetes mellitus is remanded as clarification on the current diagnosis is needed.,The Veteran's bilateral hearing loss disability is also remanded for a VA examination.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence regarding whether the Veteran's service-connected hepatitis B caused or aggravated his Parkinson's disease.

The Board has remanded the cases for further action due to new evidence received that raises a reasonable possibility of substantiating the claims for PTSD, Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Parkinson's Disease, and Degenerative Arthritis of the Thoracic and Lumbar Spine.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for essential tremor, Parkinson's disease, and Parkinsonism due to a lack of evidence linking these conditions to his military service or exposure to herbicide agents.

The Board denied the claims for service connection for Parkinson's Disease, right lower extremity disability, and left lower extremity disability due to a lack of evidence linking these conditions to military service.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's claims for service connection for type 2 diabetes mellitus, Parkinson's disease, bilateral hearing loss, and sleep apnea are remanded due to inadequate development of his exposure history and potential etiology.,Specifically, the Board found that there was insufficient information regarding the Veteran's alleged exposures to environmental toxins during service. The claims for service connection for type 2 diabetes mellitus, Parkinson's disease, bilateral hearing loss, and sleep apnea are all remanded due to this lack of development.

The Veteran's Parkinson's Disease is granted service connection, and he is also granted eligibility for financial assistance in acquiring specially adapted housing due to his service-connected disabilities.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for Parkinson's disease and essential tremors, finding no evidence of exposure to chemical or biological agents during service and insufficient evidence linking the conditions to service.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities render him unable to care for his daily needs, including bathing, dressing, meal preparation, and medication management, requiring the regular aid and attendance of another person.,The Board finds that there is sufficient evidence of a need for aid and attendance that meet some of the required criteria and not all must be met to warrant the benefit. The Veteran's spouse also requires aid and attendance due to her disabilities.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for Parkinson's disease and bilateral peripheral neuropathy due to service connection issues, including a need for updated medical records and examinations.

The Board has remanded the case for an adequate VA examination to address whether the Veteran's service-connected conditions contributed to his death and if so, how. The examiner must consider various medical records and opinions in forming their conclusions.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for Parkinson's disease, finding that there was no evidence of a relationship between the condition and his military service.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for loss of memory and concentration, as well as Parkinson's disease, have been granted. The decision is based on the Veteran's exposure to organic solvents during his military service.

The Board has ordered a new examination to determine if the Veteran's tremors are related to his service, including herbicide exposure. The current opinion is inadequate and further development is required.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to insufficient consideration of the Veteran's claim regarding her exposure to chemicals during service, including jet fuel, and its relation to Parkinson's disease.

The Board has remanded the cases due to insufficient clarification of the Veteran's diagnosis and relationship between Lewy body dementia and Parkinson's disease, as well as a need for an addendum opinion on whether the dementia is related to service.

The Board has remanded the claims of service connection for Parkinson's disease, coronary artery disease, and diabetes mellitus due to insufficient investigation into the Veteran's reported exposure to herbicide agents during his service. The appellant's claim for nonservice-connected burial benefits is also remanded as it is inextricably intertwined with the other issues.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to the need for additional development, including obtaining relevant medical records and providing a VA opinion regarding the Veteran's neurological disability.

The Board has remanded the case due to the need for additional medical opinions and records.,The issues of service connection for hepatitis C, initial ratings for Parkinson's disease, and other related conditions are pending.

The Veteran was granted special monthly compensation (SMC) based on the need for aid and attendance due to his service-connected Parkinson's disease, Dementia, and Alzheimer's disease. The Board found that he required regular assistance with daily activities and protection from hazards.