Scars Board decisions

The Veteran's right leg limp and scars are included in his disability rating for residuals of a right femur fracture. The Veteran does not have a diagnosed neurological condition resulting in the claimed symptoms, so service connection is denied.

The Board has determined that additional development is needed to determine if the Veteran's service-connected disabilities render him unemployable, and has therefore remanded the case for further action.

The Board has remanded the appellant's cause of death and TDIU claims due to incomplete development, including a need for VA outpatient treatment records from 2003-2004 and SSA disability benefits decision. The Veteran's service-connected disabilities are being evaluated by a VA physician.

The Veteran's claims for compensation under the provisions of 38 U.S.C.A. � 1151 were denied as his claimed disabilities are not considered to be caused by VA care, treatment or examination.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities do not render him unable to secure and follow a substantially gainful occupation, thus his claim for TDIU is denied.

The Veteran's right knee patellar tendonitis and post-operative residuals are currently rated at 10 percent, which is the maximum schedular rating available. The Veteran's hypertension has been rated as 10 percent disabling since it requires continuous medication for control.

The Veteran's corneal scarring from herpes keratitis, left eye, with history of uveitis has not resulted in a compensable rating during the appeal period.

The Veteran's appeal is remanded for further development, including obtaining VA treatment records and SSA disability benefits information. The case will be readjudicated after the additional development.

The Board finds that the Veteran's gynecological disorder, including scarring fibroid tumors and status post total hysterectomy, was incurred in service due to a pre-existing condition.

The Board has remanded the case for further development, including obtaining VA examination reports and outpatient treatment records.

The Veteran's claim for an increased rating for his left eye disability is being remanded due to the need for a new VA examination.

The Veteran's unauthorized medical expenses for treatment received on May 6, 2006 from Internal Medicine Associates and Southern Tier ER Physicians are approved. The expenses incurred at St. Joseph's Hospital from May 6 to May 8, 2006 are also covered.

The Veteran's death was not caused by or aggravated by any service-connected disability. The Board denied both the cause of death and DIC claims.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and initial compensable ratings have been granted, but the specific evaluations assigned are within the scope of the applicable rating criteria.

The Veteran's shell fragment wound scars of the right lower extremity have been rated at 10 percent since October 17, 2008. Prior to this date, a compensable rating was not warranted.

The Veteran's claim for special monthly compensation based on the need for aid and attendance or being housebound was denied as he did not meet the criteria due to his service-connected disabilities.

The Veteran's TDIU claim is being remanded for further examination and consideration due to the need to assess her employability based on all of her service-connected disabilities, including non-service-connected conditions and age.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded due to incomplete records and the need for an addendum from a VA examiner regarding his right leg disability, including any potential additional disabilities related to prior service.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's current skin conditions, including acne and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, are not related to his active military service.

The Veteran's claim for a TDIU is being remanded due to the need for additional evidence and an examination to assess his employability given his service-connected disabilities.