Peripheral neuropathy Board decisions

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including his left and right lower extremity neuropathy, diabetes mellitus type II, and coronary artery disease, have resulted in the need for regular aid and attendance.,VA has not provided a VA examination or medical opinion regarding whether the Veteran's service-connected conditions result in loss of use of the bilateral lower extremities.

The Board has determined that new and relevant evidence has been submitted to warrant readjudication of the Veteran's claims for service connection for left and right lower extremity peripheral neuropathy. The case is now REMANDED for further action.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence regarding the relationship between the Veteran's neuropathy and military service, including presumed herbicide exposure. The Veteran needs further examination and an opinion on this matter.

The Veteran's service-connected PTSD has rendered him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation since November 4, 2005. The Board granted entitlement to TDIU due to the combination of his service-connected disabilities from September 23, 2009.

The Veteran's service connection for diabetes mellitus type II has been granted. The cause of the Veteran's death, which included DM II as a contributing factor, is also granted.,Further, the Board has remanded cases regarding secondary service connection for right eye condition, bilateral peripheral neuropathy of the lower extremities, and an acquired psychiatric condition to provide medical opinions.

The Board has determined that new and material evidence has been received to reopen the claim of service connection for right leg burn scar. Service connection is granted for respiratory disorder, sinusitis, hypertension, bilateral hearing loss, LLE peripheral neuropathy, multiple joint disability (arthritis), fatigue, and GERD based on presumptive exposure to fine particulate matter in the Persian Gulf.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have rendered him in need of regular aid and attendance, allowing for a higher level of Special Monthly Compensation (SMC).

The Board has granted service connection for diabetic peripheral neuropathy of the bilateral upper and lower extremities, finding that it is proximately due to the Veteran's service-connected diabetes mellitus.

The Board has dismissed the issues of service connection for right and left upper extremity neuropathy, as well as entitlement to TDIU.

The Veteran's TDIU claim is remanded due to inadequate VA examination reports and the need for a new one with an examiner who has not previously offered an opinion in this matter.

The Veteran's service connection claims for ischemic heart disease, right eye disability, and peripheral neuropathy of the upper and lower extremities are granted due to presumed exposure to herbicide agents during his service in Korea.

The Board denied service connection for diabetes mellitus, bilateral lower extremity peripheral neuropathy, and a low back disorder due to the lack of evidence linking these conditions to service or exposure to herbicides. Service connection was granted for the low back disorder.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for diabetic peripheral neuropathy of the bilateral upper and lower extremities are denied.,The Veteran's claim for an initial evaluation in excess of 10 percent for their service-connected right ankle disability is denied, as well as a prior to March 10, 2022.

The Board has determined that further development is necessary due to the inadequacy of the VA examination and opinion regarding the Veteran's respiratory condition, bilateral upper extremity peripheral neuropathy, and skin condition. The case will be remanded for additional medical opinions.

The Board has determined that the claims for increased evaluations and TDIU are remanded due to inadequate examinations and need for updated treatment records.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including diabetes and peripheral neuropathy of the lower extremities, have rendered him unemployable due to physical limitations and functional impairments. His claim for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability is granted.

The Veteran's claims for an increased rating for his service-connected right knee disability and for service connection for right lower extremity peripheral neuropathy, secondary to total right knee replacement are being remanded due to the need for additional VA examinations.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection for diabetic peripheral neuropathy in both upper and lower extremities due to a duty to assist error.

The Board has restored the original disability ratings of 20 percent for peripheral neuropathy in both lower extremities, effective September 1, 2022.

The Board denied service connection for lymphoma, left and right lower extremity peripheral neuropathy as the Veteran did not have exposure to herbicide agents during his military service.,There is no evidence of a nexus between the diagnosed conditions and active duty service.