Skin conditions (dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis) decisions — 2018

The Board denied service connection for acne due to burn pit exposure, finding no direct evidence linking the condition to service.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for psoriasis, obstructive sleep apnea, hypertension, and migraine headaches due to potential additional periods of active duty service not previously documented. The AOJ is also requested to obtain a supplemental VA opinion regarding the onset and relationship of these conditions to service.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for an initial increased rating for peripheral vestibular disorder, entitlement to an earlier effective date for service connection of tinnitus and peripheral vestibular disorder, and TDIU. The claims are being remanded due to incomplete records and need for additional examinations.

The Veteran's PTSD is rated at 50% prior to June 2, 2016 and denied for higher evaluation. For the period beginning June 2, 2016, his PTSD is rated at 70%, which is also denied for a higher evaluation. The cystic acne vulgaris is rated at 60%. The facial scar is rated at 10%. TDIU due to service-connected disability (PTSD) starting June 2, 2016 and SMC based on statutory housebound status beginning June 2, 2016 are granted.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings for his service-connected disabilities are remanded due to the need for additional examinations and evaluations.

The Veteran's GERD and tinea pedis were present at separation from service, meeting the criteria for service connection.

The Board has granted the veteran's claims for service connection of Acne and a rating in excess of 10 percent.

The Board has granted the claim for service connection of acne and assigned a rating of 10 percent.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and TDIU were denied. The Board found that the evidence did not support a higher rating for low back strain, left foot fasciitis, right foot fasciitis, seborrheic dermatitis, or hemorrhoids. The initial rating of 70 percent for PTSD prior to September 2, 2014 and TDIU based solely on service-connected PTSD since August 17, 2012 were granted.

The Veteran's bilateral flat feet are granted as service connected. The claim for pseudofolliculitis barbae is denied. The left foot arthritis and amputation of the right 4th toe are remanded for further examination.

The Veteran's service connection claims for psoriatic arthritis, psoriasis, and styes are granted. The Board found that the evidence supported these diagnoses as incurred in service.

The Veteran's appeal of the issues regarding cervical strain, sinusitis, and allergic rhinitis has been dismissed due to a withdrawal by the Veteran. The remaining claims for pes planus (left foot), pes planus (right foot), and bilateral tinea pedis are remanded.

The Veteran's service connection claim for functional bowel dysfunction is granted. The other issues are remanded.

Service connection for a psychiatric disorder, residual right wrist scars, and residual pilonidal cyst removal scar are granted. A 10% evaluation is assigned for the residuals of these conditions starting from November 6, 2012.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for right ear hearing loss is denied as there is no current evidence of a disability.,The Veteran's claim for an increased rating for diabetes mellitus, type 2, is denied as the evidence does not show that his condition requires daily insulin injections and restricted diet with regulation of activities.,The Veteran's claim for an increased rating for recurrent epidermal cysts with scars, recurrent dermatitis and pseudofolliculitis barbae is denied as there is no evidence showing disfigurement or disabling effects.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have been rated at 80 percent combined, and are reasonably shown to be of such nature and severity as to preclude his participation in substantially gainful employment consistent with his education and work experience. The Board has granted a TDIU rating.

The Veteran's service-connected pseudofolliculitis barbae is denied as not meeting the criteria for a compensable rating prior to February 24, 2016 and higher than 10 percent thereafter.

The Board has dismissed the Veteran's appeals for service connection of an armpit rash and bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome due to his withdrawal of these claims prior to the promulgation of a decision.

The Board has determined that there is insufficient evidence to adjudicate the special monthly compensation claim and has therefore remanded for further development, including obtaining medical records and scheduling a VA examination.

The Board has remanded several issues due to the need for additional development and examination. The Veteran's claims for service connection are not supported by evidence of a nexus between his current conditions and service.