Peripheral neuropathy decisions — 2013

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and effective date were denied. The Board found that the criteria for a TDIU had been met.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities do not meet the basic eligibility requirements for specially adapted housing or a special home adaptation grant due to lack of loss of use of extremities or blindness.

The Board has determined that a new VA examination is necessary to address the Veteran's claims for service connection for erectile dysfunction and peripheral neuropathy of the bilateral upper and lower extremities, as well as whether these conditions are aggravated by his service-connected diabetes mellitus.

The Veteran seeks service connection for peripheral neuropathy of both upper extremities, which he claims is secondary to his service-connected diabetes mellitus. The Board has determined that a remand is necessary due to the inadequacy of the December 2008 VA examination report.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's diagnosed peripheral neuropathy of the right and left lower extremities are secondary to his service-connected diabetes mellitus, and thus grants service connection for these conditions.

The Veteran's service-connected peripheral neuropathy of the upper and lower extremities has been rated based on the severity of his symptoms, resulting in a total disability rating.

The Veteran's cervical spine disability and associated left upper extremity neuropathy have been granted an evaluation in excess of 10 percent since February 2, 2004.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for hypertension and peripheral neuropathy of the lower extremities, finding no evidence to support these claims. The claim for an acquired psychiatric disorder was reopened but not granted as there is no clear evidence that any current conditions are related to service.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded to obtain VA treatment records and private medical records for his claimed disabilities.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for peripheral neuropathy of the bilateral upper extremities was granted, with a rating of 100% effective March 7, 2007.

The Board found that there is no evidence of bilateral peripheral neuropathy in service or within one year after separation, and the Veteran's current diagnosis was not related to his military service, including herbicide exposure. Therefore, the claim for service connection was denied.

The Veteran's claim for a TDIU due to service-connected disabilities is being remanded for additional development, including an examination and consideration of whether the Veteran can secure or follow substantially gainful employment given his service-connected conditions.

The Veteran's claim for an increased evaluation for his low back disability was denied. The Board found that the evidence did not support a rating in excess of 20 percent, as his condition did not meet criteria for limitation of motion or favorable ankylosis.

The Veteran's claims for bilateral hearing loss, an acquired psychiatric disorder, lower extremity neuropathy, sleep apnea, and seizures were denied as the evidence did not establish service connection based on direct service connection.

The Veteran's claim for TDIU was denied as he had not been unemployable prior to September 7, 2011 due to his service-connected disabilities.

The Board has remanded the case due to inadequate medical opinions regarding service connection for peripheral neuropathy. The Veteran's claim is being returned for further development and consideration.

The Veteran's appeal has been withdrawn by his representative, and thus the cases are dismissed.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for bilateral leg and foot disabilities are being remanded due to inadequate VA examinations and the need for additional development.

The Veteran's service-connected peripheral neuropathy is linked to his vestibular disorder, which was incurred in service.