The Veteran's claim for earlier effective date for service connection of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) was denied as there is no evidence indicating an intent to file a claim prior to October 30, 2006.
The deciding factor: There is no indication in the record that the Veteran had any intention to file a claim for service connection for CLL prior to October 30, 2006.
- Claimed conditions
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- How they argued it
- Presumptive (no nexus needed)
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- January 9, 2014
- Citation
- 1400897
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What this means for you
A final Board denial may be appealed to the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, generally within 120 days of the Board mailing date. A Supplemental Claim with new and relevant evidence is a separate option. Another Higher-Level Review of the Board decision is not available. Check your own notice: this historical decision does not set your deadline.
What you can do next
Use your own notice and decision stage. A remanded issue is not a final court-appealable denial. VA review guidance and CAVC filing instructions (U.S. federal; reviewed October 7, 2026).
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- Whole decision: Dismissed
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- Whole decision: Remanded (sent back)
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- Whole decision: Granted
The Veteran's service-connected conditions, including PTSD, CLL, NHL, Crohn's disease, Type II diabetes mellitus, and diabetic peripheral neuropathy, have rendered him in need of regular aid and attendance. The Board has granted special monthly compensation based on the need for aid and attendance.
- Whole decision: Remanded (sent back)
The Board has decided to remand the claims for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia, Splenomegaly, and Obstructive Sleep Apnea due to errors in obtaining relevant medical records and conducting necessary examinations.
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