The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for a low back disorder and bowel/bladder dysfunction due to inadequate rationale in the November 2006 VA examination report, and because the issues are intertwined.
The deciding factor: The Joint Motion found that the Board's reliance on an inadequate November 2006 VA examination report was improper and remanded the case for compliance with its instructions.
- Claimed conditions
- Bladder dysfunction, Bowel dysfunction
- How they argued it
- Secondary to another service-connected condition
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- July 1, 2014
- Citation
- 1429794
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What this means for you
A remand sends an issue back for more development, often a new examination or missing records. It does not award the benefit or decide the final outcome. The original decision explains the additional work ordered.
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: Granted
The Veteran is granted special monthly compensation (SMC) based on the need for regular aid and attendance due to his service-connected Parkinsonism, as it meets the criteria for such benefits.
- Whole decision: Remanded (sent back)
The Board remands the claims for service connection for bowel dysfunction and ED due to insufficient evidence, including the need for additional medical opinions.
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