Parkinson's disease Board decisions

The Veteran's claim for an initial evaluation in excess of 70 percent for service-connected acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, is denied.,The Veteran's claim for a disability rating in excess of 30 percent for service-connected Parkinson's disease is denied.,The Veteran's claim for TDIU prior to December 19, 2018, based solely on service-connected psychiatric disability or Parkinson's Disease, is denied.

The Veteran's service connection claims for parkinsonism, left hand tremors, and right hand tremors are granted. The Board found that the evidence is in equipoise as to whether the Veteran's bilateral hand tremors are causally related to his conceded in-service herbicide exposure (Agent Orange).

The Veteran's heart blockage status post myocardial infarction is rated at 60 percent, and Parkinson's disease with mild stooped posture, mild bradykinesia, and moderate balance impairment due to tactical herbicide exposure is granted a noncompensable rating.,Urinary incontinence has been rated at the maximum schedular percentage of 60 percent.

The Veteran's lumbosacral strain and tremors, muscle rigidity and stiffness of the right upper extremity have been granted service connection. The rating for tremors has been increased to 20 percent.

The Veteran's Parkinson's disease is granted service connection due to in-service exposure to burn pits and other toxins. His depression and anxiety are also granted as secondary to his now service-connected Parkinson's disease.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for Parkinson's disease, finding that there is no evidence of herbicide agent exposure in Korea and insufficient medical evidence to establish a link between the condition and service.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence regarding the Veteran's exposure to herbicide agents and toxins during her service at Fort McClellan, Alabama. The Veteran is seeking service connection for Parkinson's disease based on possible exposure to such agents.

The Board has granted service connection for Parkinson's disease associated with herbicide agent exposure, finding that the Veteran was exposed to herbicide agents while stationed at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base in 1973 and is presumed to have been exposed.

The Veteran is seeking a higher rate of SMC based on aid and attendance, which requires evidence showing he is in need of regular assistance due to his service-connected conditions. The Board finds that the Veteran has been shown to be in need of such assistance since December 3, 2014.

The Veteran's Parkinson's disease is related to his military service and granted.,The Veteran's GERD, presumed due to herbicide exposure, is also granted.

The Board has remanded the case for further action regarding a disability rating in excess of 30 percent for Parkinson's disease and a total disability rating due to individual unemployability (TDIU) to include on an extraschedular basis.

The Veteran's Parkinson's disease, along with other service-connected conditions, has rendered him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation since November 7, 2019. Effective from that date, he is granted a TDIU.

The Board has dismissed the claim of service connection for parkinsonism as it was granted in a previous decision. The claims for hearing loss and tinnitus are remanded.

The claim for service connection for a neurological disorder, including Parkinson's disease is remanded due to new and relevant evidence. The case must be adjudicated on a facts-found basis regarding whether the Veteran was exposed to herbicide agents in service. A VA medical opinion is needed to determine if there is a nexus between the Veteran's exposure to Agent Orange and his Parkinson's disease.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection for Parkinson's disease (claimed as Parkinsonism) has been dismissed due to the death of the Veteran during the appeal process.

The Veteran's eligibility for PCAFC benefits is being remanded due to insufficient evidence in the initial decision, specifically regarding his need for personal care services and supervision.

The Veteran's claims for higher ratings for Parkinson's disease and associated lower extremity symptoms have been denied.,Specifically, the Board found that the evidence did not support a rating in excess of 20 percent for loss of left and right automatic movements, as well as left and right lower extremity tremor, muscle rigidity/stiffness, and bradykinesia associated with Parkinson's disease.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including Parkinson's disease and peripheral neuropathy of the lower extremities, have resulted in a severe degree of functional impairment such that he meets the criteria for loss of use of his feet. As a result, he is eligible for financial assistance in purchasing an automobile or adaptive equipment.

The Board dismissed the appeals for earlier effective dates as they were untimely filed more than one year after the July 2021 rating decision.

The Veteran's Parkinson's disease and prostate cancer are granted service connection as due to in-service exposure to herbicide agents.