The Board has determined that the AOJ's decision was based on a pre-decisional error and requires further review of the Veteran's eligibility for PCAFC benefits, including an assessment of his current functional status.
The deciding factor: The CEAT's determination did not account for all potentially favorable evidence of record, particularly the May 2023 Veteran Functional Assessment Instrument (FAI), which indicated that the Veteran requires significant assistance with daily activities and supervision.
- Claimed conditions
- Not specified in this decision
- How they argued it
- Not specified
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- January 22, 2026
- Citation
- A26005777
This is a plain-language summary generated by AI from a public Board of Veterans’ Appeals decision. It can contain errors — always verify against the original. Read the original VA decision (opens in a new tab) using citation A26005777.
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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