Peripheral neuropathy Board decisions

The Veteran's claim for service connection for a concussion, post-concussion syndrome, and peripheral neuropathy of the left upper and lower extremities has been granted. The claim for toe problems/neurological problems of the left side was denied as there is no evidence of such condition in service or related to service.

The Board denied service connection for right upper extremity, left upper extremity, right lower extremity, and left lower extremity neuropathy as not related to service or any service-connected disability.

The Board has reopened the claims for service connection for peripheral neuropathy, right and left upper extremities due to new evidence received since the 2013 rating decision. However, the claims are still remanded as there is conflicting medical opinion regarding whether the Veteran's upper extremity neuropathy is related to herbicide agent exposure.

The Veteran's appeals for increased ratings and TDIU were dismissed due to his death. The Board has no jurisdiction to adjudicate the merits of these claims as he died during their pendency.

The Veteran's kidney disease was granted an increased rating to 80 percent effective March 7, 2014. His diabetes and peripheral neuropathy were rated appropriately, but his diabetic retinopathy with macular edema did not meet the criteria for a compensable rating.

The Board has reopened the claims of entitlement to service connection for left ear hearing loss and sleep apnea, but did not grant any other service connection claims. The Veteran's nephrolithiasis is currently rated at 30% under Diagnostic Code 7508.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection due to insufficient evidence and need for further examination. The issues are related to a back disorder and a neurologic disorder of the bilateral lower extremities, including peripheral neuropathy and radiculopathy.

The Board has granted the Veteran's claim for TDIU based on his service-connected diabetes mellitus and associated residuals since June 29, 2007. The Veteran is not eligible for SMC at the housebound rate due to having other service-connected disabilities.

The Veteran's appeal for PTSD has been dismissed as the evidence does not support a current diagnosis of PTSD.,Hypertension and diabetes mellitus have final denial decisions, and new and material evidence was not received within one year of the November 2008 rating decision. The appeals are therefore dismissed.,The Veteran's peripheral neuropathy claims have been dismissed as there is no current diagnosis for any of these conditions during the appeal period.

The Veteran's claims for automobile or other conveyance and adaptive equipment, specially adapted housing, and a special home adaptation grant are being remanded due to the need to consider his service-connected disabilities in light of his nonservice-connected lymphedema. The AOJ will also obtain an opinion regarding whether his service-connected disabilities alone would affect his ability to use his lower extremities.

The Board has granted service connection for right ankle disability, low back disability, neck disability, and right upper extremity neuropathy. The decision is based on the Veteran's credible assertions of in-service injuries resulting in current disabilities.

The Board has remanded several issues related to service connection for various disabilities, including diabetes mellitus and its complications. The Veteran's claims are being returned due to the need for additional records and examinations.

The appeal for service connection for peripheral neuropathy of the bilateral lower extremity, hypokalemia, an acquired psychiatric disorder (claimed as PTSD), and hypertension is denied. The appeal for service connection for hypokalemia was dismissed due to withdrawal by the Veteran.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for various conditions are being remanded due to the need for additional development and clarification of his claims.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for an initial disability rating in excess of 10 percent for peripheral neuropathy of both legs due to conflicting medical evidence and insufficient competent medical evidence.

The Veteran's appeal for a heart condition was dismissed due to his withdrawal of the appeal.,Service connection for cold injury residuals and peripheral neuropathy of the bilateral upper extremities were denied as there is no current diagnosis of these conditions.,Service connection for erectile dysfunction, depression, and prostate cancer were denied as there is no evidence of their onset during service or a link to service.,Service connection for hypertension was denied due to lack of evidence showing its onset during service.

The Board has granted service connection for various conditions, including unspecified anxiety disorder and peripheral neuropathy, related to the Veteran's military service.

The Board dismissed the appeal as the Veteran withdrew their claims for service connection for peripheral neuropathy of the bilateral upper and lower extremities.

The Board has dismissed all claims related to service connection for diabetes mellitus, type II, right lower extremity peripheral neuropathy, left lower extremity peripheral neuropathy, and right ear hearing loss; individual unemployability (TDIU); increased evaluations for service-connected tinnitus; and earlier effective dates for the grant of service connection for residuals of a cyst (claimed as a cyst on the tail bone) and for tinnitus.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities prevent him from securing or following a substantially gainful occupation, and the Board grants a TDIU.