Peripheral neuropathy Board decisions

The RO reduced the veteran's evaluation for service-connected left ulnar neuropathy from 10 percent to zero percent, but the Board found that this reduction was not proper and restored the original 10 percent rating.

The veteran's lower extremity peripheral neuropathy is found to be related to his service-connected end-stage renal insufficiency. The claim for an increased evaluation of left shoulder arthritis was denied due to the veteran's failure to report for scheduled VA examination.

The veteran's service-connected diabetes mellitus and peripheral neuropathy of the lower extremities have been rated based on their current manifestations, which do not warrant an evaluation in excess of the currently assigned ratings.

The Board denied increased evaluations for peripheral neuropathy of the lower and upper extremities, finding that the evidence did not show findings analogous to moderate incomplete paralysis.

The Board denied the appellant's claims for service connection for the cause of the veteran's death, accrued benefits, and Dependents' Educational Assistance under 38 U.S.C.A. Chapter 35 due to a lack of evidence linking any conditions causing the veteran's death to his military service.

The Board denied service connection for peripheral neuropathy, finding no evidence of a nexus between the condition and military service or herbicide exposure. The claim was also not granted as secondary to service-connected diabetes mellitus type II.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for service connection for ischemic heart disease, peripheral neuropathy, and post-traumatic osteoarthritis due to lack of evidence linking these conditions to his military service.

The veteran's appeal has been withdrawn, resulting in the dismissal of the case.

The veteran's claim for an increased evaluation of traumatic arthritis of the right knee and right elbow was granted, with a rating of 20 percent. The claim for service connection for peripheral neuropathy due to herbicide exposure while in Vietnam was also granted.

The Board has denied the veteran's claims of service connection for vascular malformation of the right forearm, diabetes mellitus with peripheral neuropathy and erectile dysfunction, and ulcerative colitis due to lack of evidence linking these conditions to his military service.

The Board has denied the veteran's claims of service connection for peripheral neuropathy of the right and left upper extremities, finding no evidence of current disability or a link to service.

The Board denied the veteran's claims of service connection for sciatic neuropathy and diabetes mellitus, as well as his claim for an increased rating for chronic cervical spine strain. The veteran's cervical spine disability was evaluated at a 20% rating based on its range of motion.

The veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD, CAD, and onychomycosis and tinea pedis was granted with an initial disability rating of 30 percent effective August 9, 2004. The effective date for the grant of secondary service connection for onychomycosis and tinea pedis is March 30, 2001.

The veteran's claims for service connection for diabetes mellitus and peripheral neuropathy due to Agent Orange exposure are being remanded for further development.

The veteran's diabetes mellitus and peripheral neuropathy are both granted as secondary to service-connected conditions.

The veteran's service-connected disabilities, including PTSD and tinnitus, have rendered him in need of regular aid and attendance. He is also entitled to special monthly compensation based on his housebound status.

The Board has denied the veteran's claims for service connection for peripheral neuropathy, basal cell carcinoma, and bilateral hearing loss due to a lack of competent evidence linking these conditions to his military service.

The Board has remanded the case for additional development, including obtaining medical records from Dr. Preston and other doctors.

The Board denied the veteran's claim for service connection for bilateral leg and hand pain with neuropathy secondary to his service-connected left foot fracture, finding that a well-grounded claim had not been submitted.

The Board dismissed the veteran's appeal as to his claim for service connection for peripheral neuropathy, secondary to diabetes mellitus. The Board also denied the veteran's claim for service connection for peripheral neuropathy, secondary to Agent Orange exposure. The decision is considered withdrawn due to the veteran's withdrawal of the secondary to diabetes mellitus issue.