The Veteran's initial staged rating for prostate cancer with erectile dysfunction was granted at a 100 percent evaluation from April 24, 2008. The VA determined that the Veteran does not meet criteria for an increased rating to 60 percent or higher based on urinary leakage or obstructed voiding as of May 11, 2009.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not support a finding that the Veteran's urinary incontinence warranted a compensable rating under the provisions for voiding dysfunction.
- Claimed conditions
- adenocarcinoma of the prostate, urinary tract infections, renal dysfunction
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- June 1, 2012
- Citation
- 1219300
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- Granted
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- Denied
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- Granted
The Veteran's claim for service connection for erectile dysfunction is granted. The claims for increased ratings for prostate cancer and voiding dysfunction, as well as the TDIU and renal dysfunction claims are remanded due to pre-decisional duty to assist error.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's claims for service connection for a genitourinary disorder and sleep apnea are being remanded due to the need for additional medical examinations and consideration of intermediate steps.
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