Peripheral neuropathy Board decisions

The Board has granted service connection for hypertension and hypercholesterolemia as secondary to the veteran's service-connected diabetes mellitus (DM). The initial ratings for DM with diabetic retinopathy have been increased, but not beyond the maximum allowed. Ratings for right and left lower extremity peripheral neuropathy remain at 10 percent.

The Board denied the veteran's claim for an increased rating for neuropathy of the left shoulder, finding that a current VA examination was necessary to determine the severity of his condition. The veteran failed to submit to scheduled examinations and thus the claim is denied.

The Board has granted service connection for a psychiatric disorder, claimed as depression, and denied the other issues on appeal. The veteran's claim of entitlement to service connection for tinnitus was not supported by evidence in the record at the time of the last final denial. Service connection for peripheral neuropathy of the upper extremities is denied.

The Board denied service connection for diabetes mellitus, hypertension, and peripheral neuropathy based on herbicide exposure. The veteran's claims were not granted as there was no competent evidence linking these conditions to his military service.

The veteran's claim for an initial disability rating in excess of 20 percent for diabetes mellitus, type II with diabetic retinopathy and neuropathy is being remanded due to the need for additional medical records and examinations.

The Board has granted initial ratings for service-connected residuals of frostbite of the feet and hands, with a rating of 10 percent each beginning January 12, 1998 to March 30, 1999; and 20 percent each beginning March 31, 1999. The initial ratings for peripheral neuropathy associated with service-connected frostbite are also granted.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for an increased rating for asbestosis and service connection for peripheral neuropathy secondary to Agent Orange exposure in the Republic of Vietnam.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for service connection for hepatitis C, and denied his requests for increased evaluations for diabetes mellitus, clinical neuropathy of the lower extremities, and arterial hypertension.

The Board has remanded the case due to the need for a VA medical examination to determine the nature and etiology of any current peripheral neuropathy, including whether it is related to service or Agent Orange exposure. The veteran's service-connected disabilities are also being evaluated to determine if they render him in need of regular aid and attendance.

The Board has granted service connection for chronic vertigo and chronic bilateral lower extremity cold injury residuals including peripheral neuropathy. The veteran's claim of service connection for hepatitis C is remanded to the RO.

The Board of Veterans' Appeals (BVA) has remanded the case for further development due to incomplete medical records and conflicting opinions regarding the veteran's diabetes mellitus.

The Board has determined that the veteran does not have peripheral neuropathy and therefore, service connection for this condition is denied.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for service connection for obsessive-compulsive disorder with anxiety and depression, as well as peripheral neuropathy. The Board found no evidence linking these conditions to service.

The Board has determined that the veteran's residuals of shell fragment wounds of the right forearm, primarily manifested by median nerve neuropathy, do not warrant an evaluation in excess of 30 percent.

The veteran's service-connected spondylolisthesis of the lumbar spine at L4-L5 with peripheral neuropathy was denied an initial rating in excess of 60 percent from July 31, 2000 to July 1, 2004.

The Board has determined that the veteran's PCT and peripheral neuropathy are related to his service, including exposure to Agent Orange. The effective date is not specified as it was granted.

The veteran's TDIU claim is being remanded for further evaluation of his service-connected and non-service-connected disabilities, as well as a psychiatric examination. The RO will also reassess the service connection issues related to porphyria cutanea tarda and peripheral neuropathy due to Agent Orange exposure.

The veteran's service-connected left arm muscle and nerve residuals are shown to be manifested by a neurological deficit that more nearly approximates moderate incomplete paralysis, warranting a 30 percent rating.

The Board has remanded the case for additional development, including obtaining the veteran's complete service medical records and scheduling a VA examination to determine the nature of his residuals from a right inguinal hernia repair.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for service connection for diabetes mellitus and associated peripheral neuropathy of both lower extremities, finding no evidence linking these conditions to his military service.