Liver disease (hepatitis, cirrhosis) — all decisions

The Board denied service connection for hepatitis C, finding that the preponderance of evidence does not support a link between the Veteran's condition and his military service.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for spinal meningitis, hepatitis C, and lumbar spine disability have been denied.,New evidence has reopened the claim of service connection for hepatitis C, but it remains denied.

The Board has decided that the Veteran's claims of service connection for various conditions, including a cervical spine disability, cirrhosis, deviated nasal septum, sinusitis, and pharyngitis, need further development due to the Veteran's failure to report for VA examinations. The case is being remanded for additional evidence.

The Veteran's service-connected PTSD has rendered him unable to secure and follow a substantially gainful occupation, meeting the criteria for a TDIU.

The Board has granted the Veteran's petition to reopen his previously denied service connection claims for an acquired psychiatric disorder and hepatitis C, finding that new evidence supports a relationship between these conditions and service.

The Board denied service connection for hepatitis C, finding that the Veteran's current condition is not related to his military service and specifically noting that it is less likely caused by Agent Orange exposure or service.

The Board has remanded the case due to inconsistencies in addresses and living arrangements, as well as potential issues with continuous cohabitation. The appellant's status as a surviving spouse must be determined first before any service connection claims can proceed.

The Board denied service connection for hepatitis C as the Veteran's condition did not have onset in service, was not related to service, and is not otherwise related to service.

The Board has remanded the claims for Hepatitis C, left and right side facial paralysis, erectile dysfunction, and dental disability due to potential service connection based on new evidence submitted by the Veteran.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection due to insufficient evidence regarding the nature and etiology of his psychiatric condition, bilateral hearing loss, tinnitus, hepatitis C, and chronic skin condition. The claims are being reviewed de novo as new and relevant STRs have been associated with the record.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection of hepatitis C has been dismissed as the Veteran withdrew his appeal prior to a decision being made.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient records and a need for a medical opinion regarding the Veteran's hepatitis C. The appeal is related to reopening of a previously denied claim.

The Board has decided that the Veteran's liver cirrhosis may be related to his service-connected PTSD, and thus remands for further examination.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to insufficient evidence regarding whether hepatitis C is related to service. The Veteran's claim will be reviewed again with a new examination.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to a need for additional development regarding whether the Veteran's hepatitis C is related to service, specifically his claimed exposure to burn pits and human waste during his Southwest Asia deployment.

The Veteran's request for service connection for hepatitis, ischemic heart disease, and peripheral neuropathy of the bilateral upper and lower extremities is not currently before the Board. The case will be returned to the Board after the AOJ issues an SSOC considering all relevant evidence.

The Veteran's death was not caused by a service-connected disability, and he did not meet the criteria for DIC benefits based on his total disability rating prior to his death.

The Board has remanded the case due to a motion alleging clear and unmistakable error in the April 2015 decision regarding the untimely submission of the VA Form 9. The effective date for TDIU remains under review.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to incomplete information and need for further development, including an addendum medical opinion addressing in-service and post-service risk factors related to hepatitis C.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for hepatitis C and lower back disability due to inadequate examinations and conflicting medical opinions. The Veteran is seeking service connection for these conditions, which are currently being reviewed.