New evidence has been received regarding the previously denied claims for service connection of major depressive disorder, lower gastrointestinal (GI) disorder, and ischemic cerebral stroke. The Board finds that new and relevant evidence has been received to readjudicate these claims.
The deciding factor: The Veteran submitted new medical records showing treatment for psychiatric disorders, gastrointestinal issues, and a stroke, which are considered relevant and new evidence in the context of the original service connection claims filed in December 2018.
- Claimed conditions
- Major Depressive Disorder, Ischemic Cerebral Stroke and Residuals
- How they argued it
- Reopened with new and material evidence
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- February 19, 2026
- Citation
- A26015420
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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
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