Parkinson's disease decisions — 2025

The veteran's claim for an earlier effective date and higher disability ratings for various conditions related to Parkinson's disease was mostly denied, but a separate 30 percent rating for difficulty chewing and swallowing and a 20 percent rating for sexual dysfunction were granted.

The veteran's appeal for an effective date of July 3, 2003, for TDIU due to service-connected Parkinson's disease was granted. The veteran is also entitled to special monthly compensation (SMC) based on statutory housebound criteria and aid and attendance.

The Board denied service connection for Parkinson's disease due to herbicide agent exposure and/or radiation exposure, as well as peripheral neuropathy in all extremities as secondary to Parkinson's disease.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for basal cell carcinoma was granted. The claims for service connection for neoplasms of the male reproductive system, including prostate cancer, and Parkinsonism due to TERA exposure were remanded.

The veteran's claims for service connection for hypothyroidism, asthma, hypertension, diabetes, eczema, and secondary polycythemia vera were denied. The claim for parkinsonism was remanded.

The Board remanded the veteran's claims for higher ratings due to a duty to assist error. The Board will obtain additional private treatment records before making a decision.

The appeal for service connection of Parkinson's disease was dismissed because the veteran withdrew the appeal before a decision was made.

The Board denied increased ratings for Parkinson's disease and related residuals, as well as hearing loss. However, it remanded the claims for service connection of gall bladder disorder, headache disorder, and breathing disorder.

The appeal was dismissed because the veteran passed away while it was pending.

The veteran's claims for service connection for Parkinson's disease and myocardial infarction due to herbicide exposure were granted. The claim for a right knee condition was denied.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for earlier effective dates for service connection and higher SMC levels due to insufficient evidence.