Diabetes decisions — 2019

The Board dismissed the Veteran's appeals for service connection of ischemic heart disease, diabetes mellitus, and diabetic renal disease due to his request to withdraw the appeal.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to insufficient evidence regarding the relationship between the Veteran's diabetes mellitus, type I and his military service. Specifically, a VA examination is needed to determine if there is any link between the Veteran's exposure to hazardous chemicals and environmental factors in Iraq and his diabetes.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection due to new and material evidence having been received. The Veteran's conditions of cold injuries, cervical spine disorder, gout, hypertension, and diabetes mellitus are all being reviewed.

The Veteran's claims of entitlement to service connection for diabetes mellitus type II and respiratory cancer have been remanded. The Board found new and material evidence related to the Veteran’s service in the Republic of Vietnam, which could potentially support a claim based on Agent Orange exposure. However, further verification is needed as the definition of 'Vietnam service' has expanded to include service off the coast of Vietnam.

The Board has remanded the claims for diabetes mellitus type II, peripheral neuropathy of the left and right lower extremities, heart disorder, dental disorder, cysts, lumps, and scars of the left breast, and residuals of colon cancer due to exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune.,The Board also remanded the claim for an acquired psychiatric disorder (PTSD, generalized anxiety disorder, and depression) based on in-service stressor of searching for POWs in Vietnam during the Vietnam War.

The Veteran's hearing loss and tinnitus are granted as service-connected, but his diabetes mellitus type II is denied due to lack of evidence linking it to service.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for hypertension and type II diabetes mellitus due to incomplete development. The VA examiner was directed to consider the Veteran’s hearing testimony, service treatment records, and articles submitted by the Veteran.

The Board dismissed the claim of service connection for PTSD because the Veteran did not file a timely appeal. The issue of service connection for diabetes mellitus, type II, is remanded due to new evidence.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection due to potential exposure to Agent Orange while aboard the U.S.S. Rowan.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for TDIU as his service-connected disabilities do not render him unemployable.

The Board has remanded the cases for additional development regarding service connection for arthritis and diabetes mellitus type II, including consideration of Gulf War environmental exposures.

The Board has granted service connection for right lower extremity peripheral neuropathy as secondary to the Veteran's service-connected diabetes mellitus, type II.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including PTSD, diabetes, and sleep apnea, have rendered him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation from December 19, 2011, to September 6, 2016. The Board has granted a TDIU for this period.

The Board denied service connection for diabetes mellitus and bilateral upper extremity neuropathy, finding no evidence of in-service exposure to herbicide agents or a nexus between the conditions and service.

The Board has remanded the cases of service connection for diabetes mellitus, bilateral hearing loss disability, and tinnitus due to insufficient medical opinions. The Veteran's claims are not granted at this time.

The Board has remanded the claims for ischemic heart disease and diabetes mellitus due to potential exposure to herbicide agents during service in Korea. Additional evidence is needed to verify the Veteran's service on the DMZ.

The Veteran's high blood pressure is granted a 10 percent rating, effective September 26, 2017. Service connection for colon polyps and diverticulosis are denied. The Board remanded the issues of service connection for deviated septum, left carpal tunnel syndrome, residuals of vasectomy, diabetes, hemorrhoids, and hiatal hernia.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for malaria, CAD, hypertension, and diabetes mellitus due to a lack of evidence showing these conditions were incurred or aggravated by his military service. The claim for nonservice-connected pension benefits was also denied as the Veteran did not meet the requirements for qualifying service.

The Veteran's service connection for sleep apnea is granted, but his request for a rating in excess of 20 percent for diabetes and an earlier effective date for diabetes prior to December 19, 2016 are denied.

The Board denied service connection for diabetes mellitus, peripheral neuropathy of the upper and lower extremities, and arthritis throughout the body. Service connection was granted for degenerative joint disease of the right and left knees.