The Board has remanded the case due to non-compliance with previous directives, requiring a new VA eye condition opinion.
The deciding factor: Non-compliance with previous remand directives regarding service connection for an eye condition.
- Claimed conditions
- bilateral senile cataracts, diagnosis of pterygium of the left eye
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- August 6, 2020
- Citation
- 20052330
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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: Denied
The Veteran's eye condition, including bilateral senile cataracts and pterygium, is denied as not incurred during military service.
- Whole decision: Granted
The Veteran's service-connected disabilities require the regular aid and attendance of another person, as evidenced by his inability to walk or move his legs without a wheelchair. The Board has granted special monthly compensation based on need for aid and attendance.
- Whole decision: Remanded (sent back)
The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient development of evidence regarding service connection for eye injuries. The veteran will be provided another VA examination and medical opinion.
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