Diabetes decisions — 2022

The Board denied the Veteran's request for an earlier effective date for service connection of prostate cancer and diabetes mellitus, type II. The decision on prostate cancer was based on March 27, 2020 as the date VA received the intent to file a claim, which was followed up within one year with a formalized claim.

The appeal for service connection and a total disability rating based on individual unemployability is dismissed due to the Veteran's death.

The Veteran's service-connected PTSD has rendered him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation since November 4, 2005. The Board granted entitlement to TDIU due to the combination of his service-connected disabilities from September 23, 2009.

The Veteran's service connection for diabetes mellitus type II has been granted. The cause of the Veteran's death, which included DM II as a contributing factor, is also granted.,Further, the Board has remanded cases regarding secondary service connection for right eye condition, bilateral peripheral neuropathy of the lower extremities, and an acquired psychiatric condition to provide medical opinions.

The Board has dismissed the appeals for service connection of diabetes mellitus, type II, residuals of a kidney transplant, coronary artery disease, bilateral retinopathy, and bilateral below the knee amputation due to the Veteran's death.

The Veteran's service-connected diabetes is found to be a contributory cause of his death from hepatocellular carcinoma, which was diagnosed in 2009. The Board grants service connection for the cause of the Veteran's death.

The Board has granted an increased rating of 40 percent for the Veteran's service-connected Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, but not higher. The criteria for a 40 percent rating were met as the diabetes required insulin and regulation of activities.

The Veteran's claims for service connection are remanded due to incomplete records, particularly regarding his periods of active duty and inactive duty training. The Board requires additional development to account for any missing records.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have rendered him in need of regular aid and attendance, allowing for a higher level of Special Monthly Compensation (SMC).

The Board has granted service connection for diabetic peripheral neuropathy of the bilateral upper and lower extremities, finding that it is proximately due to the Veteran's service-connected diabetes mellitus.

The Veteran's claim for asthma was reopened and granted. The Board also remanded the claims for diabetes mellitus and hypothyroidism, as secondary to service-connected sleep apnea.,The Veteran's asthma is related to his active service, with evidence suggesting it may have had its onset during service.

The Board has determined that further development is needed to determine if the Veteran's claimed conditions are secondary to his now service-connected cirrhosis of the liver and hepatitis C status post treatment, as well as whether they are related to presumed exposure to contaminants in water at Camp Lejeune.

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

The Veteran's TDIU claim is remanded due to inadequate VA examination reports and the need for a new one with an examiner who has not previously offered an opinion in this matter.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for diabetes mellitus type II and increased rating for lumbar spine disability have been denied. The Board found that the evidence did not support a finding of in-service incurrence or a link to active service.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient medical opinions regarding the etiology of the Veteran's hypertension, including whether it is related to his service or service-connected conditions.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including major depressive disorder, obstructive sleep apnea, GERD, diabetes mellitus with erectile dysfunction, tinnitus, and bilateral upper and lower extremity neuropathies, have rendered him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation. His TDIU is granted.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for bilateral hearing loss was denied. Service connection was granted for coronary artery disease, diabetes mellitus (type II), and erectile dysfunction due to the latter being secondary to coronary artery disease.

The Board denied service connection for diabetes mellitus, bilateral lower extremity peripheral neuropathy, and a low back disorder due to the lack of evidence linking these conditions to service or exposure to herbicides. Service connection was granted for the low back disorder.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for diabetic peripheral neuropathy of the bilateral upper and lower extremities are denied.,The Veteran's claim for an initial evaluation in excess of 10 percent for their service-connected right ankle disability is denied, as well as a prior to March 10, 2022.