Skin conditions (dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis) decisions — 2023

The Veteran's initial compensable rating for pseudofolliculitis barbae was denied, and the remaining issues were remanded due to need for additional development.

The Board has granted service connection for eczema and lichen simplex chronicus as secondary to the Veteran's service-connected PTSD. The issue of entitlement to a total disability based upon individual unemployability (TDIU) is remanded.

The Board denied service connection for a skin condition, finding that the evidence did not support a link between the Veteran's current condition and his in-service reports or exposure to herbicides.

The Veteran's asthma, bronchial with dermatitis is rated at more than 30 percent prior to March 20, 2018 and more than 60 percent thereafter. The Board has found that remand is necessary for additional medical opinions regarding the Veteran's cardiovascular disability, allergies/allergic rhinitis, lesions/lung nodules, and diverticulitis.

The Board has remanded the case due to inadequate VA examinations and a need for further development, including an adequate VA examination addressing all of the Veteran's contentions.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for hypertension, bowel and gastrointestinal conditions, hepatitis C in remission, sinusitis, allergies (allergic rhinitis), skin disability (eczema, dermatitis, or lichen planus), unspecified joint pains, generalized degenerative arthritis, bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome, back disability, right lower extremity disability, left lower extremity disability, right knee arthritis, left knee arthritis, left wrist disability, and finger condition for further development.

The Board has determined that additional development is needed for the Veteran's claims of service connection for eye disorders, chloracne, urticaria, and a sleep disorder. The issues are being remanded to allow for further examination and opinion.

The Veteran's TDIU claim was denied as he had engaged in substantially gainful employment during the appeal period, and thus did not meet the criteria for a TDIU.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for a back disability was denied as there is no evidence of a current disability recent to or during the pendency of the appeal.,For the period from December 1, 2014 to September 4, 2019, the Veteran's PTSD did not meet the criteria for a higher evaluation as his symptoms were consistent with a 30 percent rating.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for a rating in excess of 10 percent for his skin condition affecting the buttocks, scalp, bilateral legs and arms. The evidence did not show characteristic lesions involving more than 20 to 40 percent of the entire body or exposed areas affected.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claim for a stomach disorder due to chemical and/or asbestos exposure. The VA examinations did not find any current stomach disorder.,Further examination is needed to determine if the Veteran currently suffers from a stomach disorder, and if so, whether it is related to his military service.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection for pseudofolliculitis barbae, elbow disorder, and left ankle disorder due to new evidence submitted after the initial rating decisions.

The Board has remanded several claims for service connection due to the need to determine the exact nature of the Veteran's active service, including periods of ACDUTRA and INACDUTRA. The Veteran is also requested to provide his complete SSA record.

The Veteran's claims for service connection and increased ratings are being remanded to obtain updated VA treatment records.,No effective date is provided as the appeal involves ongoing disability evaluations.

The Veteran's skin disorder, folliculitis, is granted service connection. The Veteran's TMJ condition is denied an increased rating greater than 30 percent from July 29, 2008.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities render him unable to care for his daily needs without requiring the regular aid and attendance of another person, leading to a grant of special monthly compensation based on aid and attendance.

The Board dismissed the claim for an earlier effective date for the grant of service connection for acne vulgaris of the head, face, and neck as it was resolved in favor of the Veteran's request for a June 12, 1975 effective date. The Veteran received an 80% evaluation from that date.

The Veteran's claims for service connection have been reopened due to the submission of new and material evidence. The Board has also determined that remand is necessary for further development regarding his lupus erythematosus, skin conditions, and acquired psychiatric disorders.

The Veteran's appeal for a compensable evaluation for contact dermatitis of the feet was denied, and his claim for service connection for bilateral hearing loss is remanded.

The Veteran's claim for a higher initial disability rating for pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB) is remanded due to the need for updated VA examinations and consideration of private treatment records.