The Veteran's groin condition with scar is being remanded due to inadequate VA examination findings.,The Veteran's cerebral hemangioblastoma residuals with scar are being remanded due to inadequate VA examination findings and the need for a toxic exposure screening.,The Veteran's pancreatitis, GERD, and cervical spine disability are being remanded as they are intertwined with his cerebral hemangioblastoma claim on appeal.,The Veteran's OSA is being remanded due to the need for a VA examination addressing obesity as an intermediate step.,The Veteran's erectile dysfunction is being remanded due to inadequate VA examination findings and the need for a VA examination addressing obesity as an intermediate step.,The Veteran's hypertension is being remanded due to the need for a VA examination.,The Veteran's lymph node condition is being remanded due to the need for a VA toxic exposure screening.
The deciding factor: VA examinations of record are inadequate and require further evaluation, including another VA examination.,Exposure to various toxins during service needs to be considered in determining whether the Veteran's cerebral hemangioblastoma residuals with scar is related to service.,Obesity as an intermediate step between a service-connected disability and current disability may need to be evaluated for secondary service connection.,Obesity as an intermediate step between a service-connected disability and current disability needs to be evaluated for secondary service connection.,Obesity as an intermediate step between a service-connected disability and current disability needs to be evaluated for secondary service connection.,A VA examination is needed to determine whether the Veteran's hypertension is related to service exposure or obesity, which itself may be related to his service-connected disabilities.,A toxic exposure screening is needed to evaluate the Veteran's lymph node condition.
- Claimed conditions
- hemorrhoids, skin condition of the face (rosacea), groin condition with scar, brain tumor residuals with scar, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) with scar, pancreatitis, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), erectile dysfunction, hypertension, cervical spine disability with scar, lymph node condition, left foot scar
- How they argued it
- Not specified
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- August 1, 2023
- Citation
- 23041981
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What this means for you
A remand is not a loss. The Board sent the case back for more development — often a new exam or missing records — before making a final decision. Many remands later end in a grant, and the decision spells out exactly what the Board wanted to see.
What you can do next
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