The veteran's claims for increased ratings for rheumatoid arthritis with degenerative joint disease of the ankles, right knee, right hip, and right hand were denied due to his failure to report for a scheduled VA medical examination.,The veteran's claim for an evaluation in excess of 10 percent for service-connected degenerative arthritis of the left hip was also denied due to his failure to appear for a scheduled VA medical examination.
The deciding factor: The veteran failed, without good cause, to report for a VA medical examination that was scheduled in connection with his claims to obtain increased ratings for rheumatoid arthritis with degenerative joint disease of the ankles, right knee, right hip, and right hand.,The veteran also failed, without good cause, to report for a VA medical examination that was scheduled in connection with his claim for an evaluation in excess of 10 percent for service-connected degenerative arthritis of the left hip.
- Claimed conditions
- rheumatoid arthritis with degenerative joint disease of the ankles, rheumatoid arthritis with degenerative joint disease of the right knee, rheumatoid arthritis with degenerative joint disease of the right hip, degenerative arthritis of the left hip
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- May 22, 2007
- Citation
- 0715156
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- Dismissed
The Board dismissed the appeals for service connection and effective dates as they were improperly filed under the new Direct Review docket system.
- Dismissed
The appeal was withdrawn by the appellant, and all issues were dismissed.
- Partly granted
The Board denied service connection for the veteran's left knee disorder, right knee disorder, hypertension, GERD, asthma, and a compensable disability rating for conjunctivitis. The claims for degenerative arthritis of the left hip, degenerative arthritis of the right hip, a higher disability rating for degenerative arthritis of the lumbar spine, radiculopathy of the left lower extremity, and radiculopathy of the right lower extremity were remanded.
- Granted
The Veteran's service-connected disabilities require regular aid and attendance, warranting special monthly compensation based on aid and attendance.
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