Diabetes decisions — 2026

The Board has determined that new and relevant evidence has been received to readjudicate the previously denied claims of service connection for various conditions, including cervical spine strain, diabetes mellitus type II (DM II), erectile dysfunction (ED), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), left ankle strain, right ankle instability, residuals of a cold injury of the hands, mental health condition, and head injuries. The claims are being remanded to allow for further development.

The Board has determined that the claim for eligibility to enroll in the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) is remanded due to insufficient evidence and lack of proper notice. The Veteran's service-connected disabilities do not result in a need for personal care services, but this determination was made without adequate medical justification or explanation.

The Veteran's claim for an effective date prior to October 6, 2017, for the grant of service connection for right lower extremity peripheral neuropathy of the sciatic nerve is dismissed as moot due to the earlier established effective date in May 2005.,The Veteran's claim for an effective date prior to June 16, 2017, for left lower extremity radiculopathy and diabetic peripheral neuropathy of the sciatic nerve is granted with an effective date of May 16, 2005. The claim for an effective date prior to October 6, 2017, for left lower extremity peripheral neuropathy of the femoral nerve is also granted with an effective date of May 16, 2005.

The Board has granted the Veteran's claim for service connection for diabetes mellitus type II (DM II) as secondary to his service-connected unspecified depressive disorder.

The Board has found that the Veteran's diabetes mellitus type II is service-connected due to herbicide exposure. However, his bilateral lower extremity neuropathy remains unclear and requires further examination.

The Board has remanded the claims for obesity, diabetes mellitus type II, erectile dysfunction, and right knee strain due to a failure to schedule an informal conference as requested by the Veteran. The AOJ is instructed to follow through on its promise to contact the Veteran's representative.

The Veteran's service connection claims for Parkinson's disease, coronary artery disease with cardiac stent, diabetes mellitus type II, and peripheral neuropathy of the lower extremities were denied. An effective date earlier than August 5, 2022 for a 100% rating for insomnia disorder with alcohol use disorder was also denied.

The Veteran's claims for earlier effective dates for service connection have been denied. The earliest possible effective date is February 1, 2022.,The Veteran's claims for increased ratings have also been denied.

The Veteran's cause of death was attributed to atherosclerotic/hypertensive cardiovascular disease with diabetes mellitus type II. The Board has determined that the appellant contends her husband's mental health condition contributed to his death, and thus requires further development including obtaining VA and private medical records related to the Veteran's service and post-service treatment.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for diabetes, sleep apnea, a left knee disability, and an upper back disability have been denied. The case is remanded for further examination to determine the nature and likely cause of these disabilities.

The Veteran's liver cancer is granted service connection due to asbestos exposure. The claims for increased evaluations of hypothyroidism and diabetes mellitus type II with proteinuria are denied.

Service connection for Diabetes Mellitus Type II and hypothyroidism is granted from May 14, 2020. A rating higher than 20 percent for DMII is denied.

The Board has granted a 10 percent rating for diabetic retinopathy and isolated dot blot hemorrhage in the posterior pole of the right eye, effective from April 6, 2015.

The Board denied service connection for diabetes mellitus, type II, finding that the evidence did not support a link between the condition and exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune or secondary to the veteran's service-connected prostate cancer.

The Board has granted service connection for diabetes mellitus, type II due to exposure to herbicide agents during active service on Guam. The effective date is not specified as the claim was based on a presumption of exposure.

The Veteran's claims for earlier effective dates for service connection and TDIU/DEA are being remanded due to the assignment of new effective dates.,Effective dates have been granted for CRD, DM, and diabetic peripheral neuropathy of the bilateral lower extremities. The RO is instructed to assign appropriate initial ratings and adjudicate the remaining TDIU and DEA claims.

The Board has granted service connection for prostate cancer, diabetes mellitus, type II, and residuals of cerebral infarction. The Veteran's now service-connected disabilities are found to be contributory causes of his death. Additionally, the Board has granted a TDIU based on the Veteran's service-connected disabilities.

The Board has determined that the Veteran requires regular aid and attendance due to his service-connected disabilities, including coronary artery disease, low back disability, peripheral vascular diseases of both lower extremities, diabetes mellitus, tinnitus, radiculopathy of both lower extremities, erectile dysfunction, onychomycosis, hypertension, and skin cancer. As a result, the Veteran is granted special monthly compensation based on the need for aid and attendance.

The Board has remanded the case due to a duty-to-assist error and additional medical opinions are needed regarding the Veteran's cause of death, including his service-connected traumatic brain injury and exposure to fuel products.

The Board has determined that the claim for payment of non-VA ambulance transportation services provided on June 14, 2025 is remanded due to missing relevant documents. The Veteran will be notified and asked to provide any documentation he may have.