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Entitlement to an initial increased rating for service-connected monoclonal B-cell lymphocytosis (MBL) with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) immunophenotype (MBL with CLL) is remanded.

July 30, 2026Citation Nr. A26069930Docket 260420-649239va.gov source

  • Entitlement to an initial increased rating for service-connected monoclonal B-cell lymphocytosis (MBL) with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) immunophenotype (MBL with CLL)Remanded
DecisionAnalysis

Board reasoning

The Board notes that the private record acquisition issue was not properly pursued, constituting a pre-decisional duty-to-assist error. The Board remands to allow the AOJ to obtain outstanding private treatment records, particularly from Lexington Medical Center, and to notify the Veteran if records cannot be obtained. The Board also ensures the Veteran has an opportunity to submit releases to obtain those records.

Issues

  • Entitlement to an initial increased rating for service-connected monoclonal B-cell lymphocytosis (MBL) with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) immunophenotype (MBL with CLL)Remanded

Authorities

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