Diabetes decisions — 2026

The Board has dismissed the appeals for increased disability ratings for bilateral hearing loss, diabetes mellitus, type II with erectile dysfunction, coronary artery disease, and hypothyroidism as the Veteran withdrew his appeal prior to a decision being made.

The Board has denied the claims for service connection for type II diabetes mellitus and rheumatoid arthritis, but has remanded the claim for obesity as secondary to a service-connected disability.

The Board has decided to remand the Veteran's claims for service connection for pancreatitis and diabetes mellitus type II (DMII) due to a lack of VA examination, and new evidence submitted by the Veteran. The case will be reviewed again with consideration of the provided medical history and additional examinations.

The Veteran's claim for a TDIU prior to December 21, 2020 was denied as his service-connected disabilities did not prevent him from securing or following substantially gainful employment.

The Veteran's diabetes was not found to be related to exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune or due to a chronic disease associated with his military service. The Board denied the claim for service connection.

The Board has granted service connection for diabetes as aggravated by or during service, but denied service connection for dental disability due to lack of compensable rating.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient development of specific dates of Active Duty for Training (ACDUTRA) and Inactive Duty for Training (INACDUTRA). The cause of death is related to a congenital heart condition, but there are conflicting opinions regarding its onset during service.

The Board has dismissed the appeal due to the appellant's withdrawal of the appeal.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including PTSD, diabetes mellitus, and diabetic neuropathy, render him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation. The Board finds that TDIU is granted effective August 10, 2022.

The appeal for service connection of left lower extremity peripheral neuropathy is dismissed. Service connection for diabetes mellitus type II due to presumed exposure at Camp Lejeune is granted.

The Board denied service connection for Type II Diabetes Mellitus and Coronary Artery Disease, finding that the Veteran's conditions are not related to his military service.

The Board has granted service connection for diabetes mellitus as aggravated by sleep apnea, bilateral lower extremity neuropathy as secondary to diabetes mellitus, and bilateral hearing loss as aggravated by diabetes mellitus. However, the appeal remains on hold due to additional development needed.

The Veteran's service-connected diabetic neuropathy of the bilateral upper and lower extremities renders him in need of regular aid and attendance, which is granted effective June 20, 2016.

The Board has denied service connection for major depressive disorder, right hernia, bilateral eye condition, stomach condition, bilateral foot condition, and diabetes mellitus as there is no evidence to support a causal relationship between these conditions and the Veteran's military service.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's diabetes mellitus type 2 is caused by his service-connected left knee disability and right toe disability, with obesity as an intermediate step.

The Board has remanded the claims for hypertension, diabetes mellitus, type II, coronary artery disease, chronic kidney disease, chest scar, and left arm scar as they are related to service. The AOJ is required to obtain additional information about the Veteran's military status and provide appropriate VA examinations.

The Board has determined that the initial decision denying service connection for the cause of the Veteran's death is incorrect and remands the case to allow for further development, including obtaining medical opinions regarding the relationship between the Veteran's service-connected disabilities and his death.

The Board denied service connection for various conditions, including a lumbar spine condition, diabetes mellitus type II, diabetic retinopathy, neuropathy of upper and lower extremities, essential tremors, coronary artery disease (CAD) with bypass graft, hypertension, and bilateral hearing loss.,There was no evidence linking these conditions to active service or service-related toxic exposure.

The Board has remanded the claims of service connection for left ankle disability, bilateral foot condition, and diabetes mellitus due to in-service complaints and symptoms. The AOJ is required to obtain a VA examination for each issue.

The Board denied service connection for diabetes mellitus as there was no evidence of herbicide exposure or other in-service event, disease, or injury related to the condition.