Peripheral neuropathy Board decisions

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have necessitated the need for regular aid and assistance of another individual, warranting special monthly compensation based on the need for regular aid and attendance. However, there is no evidence to support the claim for loss of use of a hand or foot.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to inadequate development and need for a new VA medical opinion regarding the etiology of the Veteran's GBS and CIDP.

The Board has granted service connection for left upper extremity peripheral neuropathy as secondary to service-connected left lateral elbow epicondylitis. The right upper extremity and cervical spine issues remain remanded due to inadequate medical opinions.

The Board has granted service connection for tinnitus. The cases of peripheral neuropathy, cardiac condition, and bilateral hearing loss are remanded due to the need for additional medical opinions.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities result in a need of regular aid and attendance, which the Board finds warrants special monthly compensation (SMC) based on the need for regular aid and attendance.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for sciatica and/or neuropathy of the left and right lower extremities, as secondary to his service-connected left ankle fracture and left knee strain. The case will be returned for further examination and opinion.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have worsened, and he is required to undergo a VA examination to determine the current severity of his conditions.,VA treatment records since November 2018 must be obtained. The Veteran may also need to provide authorization for non-VA medical facilities where he has received treatment for these conditions.,The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have worsened, and he is required to undergo a VA examination to determine the current severity of his conditions.,VA treatment records since November 2018 must be obtained. The Veteran may also need to provide authorization for non-VA medical facilities where he has received treatment for these conditions.,The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have worsened, and he is required to undergo a VA examination to determine the current severity of his conditions.,VA treatment records since November 2018 must be obtained. The Veteran may also need to provide authorization for non-VA medical facilities where he has received treatment for these conditions.,The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have worsened, and he is required to undergo a VA examination to determine the current severity of his conditions.,VA treatment records since November 2018 must be obtained. The Veteran may also need to provide authorization for non-VA medical facilities where he has received treatment for these conditions.,The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have worsened, and he is required to undergo a VA examination to determine the current severity of his conditions.,VA treatment records since November 2018 must be obtained. The Veteran may also need to provide authorization for non-VA medical facilities where he has received treatment for these conditions.,The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have worsened, and he is required to undergo a VA examination to determine the current severity of his conditions.,VA treatment records since November 2018 must be obtained. The Veteran may also need to provide authorization for non-VA medical facilities where he has received treatment for these conditions.,The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have worsened, and he is required to undergo a VA examination to determine the current severity of his conditions.,VA treatment records since November 2018 must be obtained. The Veteran may also need to provide authorization for non-VA medical facilities where he has received treatment for these conditions.,The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have worsened, and he is required to undergo a VA examination to determine the current severity of his conditions.,VA treatment records since November 2018 must be obtained. The Veteran may also need to provide authorization for non-VA medical facilities where he has received treatment for these conditions.,The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have worsened, and he is required to undergo a VA examination to determine the current severity of his conditions.,VA treatment records since November 2018 must be obtained. The Veteran may also need to provide authorization for non-VA medical facilities where he has received treatment for these conditions.,The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have worsened, and he is required to undergo a VA examination to determine the current severity of his conditions.

The Veteran's service connection claim for pancreatitis, right index finger amputation, and peripheral neuropathy of the RUE was denied. The Board found no evidence linking these conditions to his military service.

The Veteran's right lower extremity peripheral neuropathy is currently rated at 20 percent, but the Board finds that this rating is not warranted based on his symptoms and examination findings.,For left knee osteoarthritis, the current 10 percent rating is maintained as there is no evidence of more severe impairment.

The Board has granted service connection for left lower extremity neuropathy and radiculopathy, finding that the Veteran's disability is at least as likely as not related to his service-connected back disability. The issue of right lower extremity radiculopathy was dismissed due to a complete grant of benefits in the January 2021 rating decision.

The Board has remanded the case due to a need for further VA evaluation regarding the nature and etiology of the Veteran's right leg numbness, which may be related to service-connected disabilities.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for cervical spine DJD and bilateral upper extremity neuropathy, finding no direct or secondary link to his military service.

The Veteran's claim for a clothing allowance due to right wrist and elbow splints is remanded as there is insufficient evidence to determine if the splints wear or tear his clothing.

The Veteran's claims for service connection and increased ratings are being remanded due to the need for additional medical examinations. The issues include cardiac disability, bilateral hearing loss, neurological disabilities of both upper extremities, right knee disability, PTSD, diabetes, and peripheral neuropathy.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for lipoma of the left upper back area is denied as there is no evidence linking it to his military service, including herbicide exposure. The claims for PTSD, bilateral hearing loss, hypertension, peripheral neuropathy, and joint pain are all remanded for further evaluation.

The Board has dismissed all claims for increased ratings for the Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including degenerative disc disease of the lumbar spine and various radiculopathy conditions. The Veteran was granted a TDIU due to his service-connected disabilities.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for sleep apnea, left ankle disability, and right ankle disability are being remanded due to the need for further development.,An effective date of October 7, 2011, is granted for the grant of service connection for left lower extremity neuropathy and right lower extremity neuropathy.

The Veteran's right wrist disability, including peripheral neuropathy and limitation of motion, is rated at 10 percent since May 17, 2018.

The Veteran's hypertension, left and right upper extremity peripheral neuropathies, and diabetes have been granted service connection. The Veteran has also received increased ratings for his upper extremities' peripheral neuropathies and a higher rating for his diabetes.

The Veteran's DM with DR, hypertension, and ED is not rated higher than the current 20 percent rating.,Nephropathy has been denied for ratings in excess of noncompensable prior to January 27, 2015, and in excess of 30 percent thereafter.,PN in RUE, LUE, RLE, and LLE is not rated higher than the current 40 percent rating.