Other conditions decisions — 2021

The Board denied the claim for service connection for the cause of the Veteran's death, finding that there is no evidence linking his death to active service or any service-connected condition.

The Veteran's osteoporosis is granted as service connected due to in-service exposure to ionizing radiation and steroid injections.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient medical opinions regarding the cause of death and service connection for burial benefits. The Veteran's lung disease is being evaluated, along with his exposure history.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and earlier effective dates for his varicose veins are being remanded due to the VA's failure to properly notify his representative.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's claims for service connection and increased ratings are remanded due to new evidence received after the last final decision. The effective date of any award will be based on the receipt of this new evidence.

The appeal was dismissed due to the death of the appellant.

The Veteran's service connection claim for multiple myeloma and/or myelodysplastic syndrome is being remanded due to the need for a VA examination to determine if these conditions are related to active service or exposure to herbicide agents during service.

The Board has decided to remand the claims for service connection of right and left foot DJD due to insufficient evidence in the record regarding the etiology of the Veteran's current bilateral foot arthritis.

The Board has determined that an additional opinion is needed to address whether the Veteran's left middle finger amputation was caused by VA care, treatment or examination and if so, whether it was due to negligence or lack of proper skill.

The appeal has been dismissed due to the death of the appellant.

The Veteran's appeal of special monthly compensation based on the need for aid and attendance was dismissed as she withdrew her appeal prior to a decision being made.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's pancreatic cancer is related to his active service, specifically his Gulf War service. The decision grants service connection for this condition.

The appeal was dismissed due to the appellant's death, and no final decision can be made.

The Board denied the claim for service connection for cause of death, finding that there is no evidence to support a link between the Veteran's causes of death and his military service.

The Board has remanded the issues of service connection for a heart disability and respiratory disability. The remaining claims have been decided, with some ratings granted.