The Board has remanded the case due to a failure to obtain a VA examination and medical opinion for the Veteran's pancreatic condition, as well as the need for an examination considering his toxic exposure risk activity.
The deciding factor: The claim was remanded because the AOJ failed to provide a VA examination and medical opinion regarding the nature and etiology of the Veteran's pancreatic condition, including whether it is related to service or toxic exposure. The Board found that such evidence was necessary to make an informed decision.
- Claimed conditions
- pancreatitis, small pancreatic accessory duct
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- July 17, 2024
- Citation
- A24038751
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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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- Granted
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- Remanded (sent back)
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