The Board has determined that there are outstanding VA treatment records and remands for further action on the Veteran's claims of service connection for dermatophytosis of the nails, an acquired psychiatric disability (PTSD), initial increased rating for diabetes mellitus, type II, and entitlement to a TDIU.
The deciding factor: The Board found that there may be relevant VA treatment records not currently associated with the Virtual Folder which could impact the outcome of the claims.
- Claimed conditions
- Dermatophytosis of the nails, Acquired psychiatric disability (Posttraumatic Stress Disorder)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- May 24, 2018
- Citation
- 18105576
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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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