Diabetes decisions — 2026

The Veteran's diabetes mellitus requires only a restricted diet and an oral hypoglycemic agent, but no insulin injections. The hypertension does not meet the criteria for a compensable rating based on diastolic pressure or systolic pressure predominantly reaching certain thresholds. Service connection has been granted for erectile dysfunction secondary to diabetes mellitus.,The Veteran's GERD and allergic rhinitis require further examination to determine their current severity, as the examinations from November 2023 did not consider the ameliorative effects of medication.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for diabetes, which is secondary to herbicide exposure, has been remanded due to incomplete records and duty-to-assist errors.

The Board has granted an effective date of September 1, 2009 for DIC benefits due to the Veteran's death. The appellant expressed disagreement with the denial of service connection for diabetes and identified the benefits sought.

The Veteran's claim for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU) due to service-connected disabilities is granted, effective June 14, 2010.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection due to insufficient evidence regarding herbicide exposure in Panama and Fort Lewis, Washington. The Veteran's prostate cancer, type II diabetes mellitus, atrial fibrillation with chest symptoms and elevated D-dimer, chronic kidney disease, and hypertension are currently diagnosed.

The Board has remanded the claims of service connection for diabetes mellitus type II, GERD, obstructive sleep apnea, and an acquired psychiatric disorder due to duty-to-assist errors.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to inadequate medical opinions regarding the cause of the Veteran's diabetes mellitus, type II.

The Board has granted Level 1 PCAFC benefits extending from the January 2021 application, finding that the Veteran's functional limitations and care needs have remained consistent since then. The decision is based on his need for supervision/protection with assistance with medication administration, self-preservation, and supervision due to physical limitations including obesity and diabetes.

The Board dismissed the Veteran's appeals for service connection of diabetes mellitus (type II) and sleep apnea because they were untimely filed.

The Board has remanded the cases for further development due to deficiencies in the medical opinions provided.

The Veteran's claim for PTSD was granted with an effective date of August 21, 2020. The rating for his acquired psychiatric disorder was increased to 70 percent from December 30, 2020.,An earlier effective date of July 13, 2020, but no earlier, was granted for TDIU and DEA under 38 U.S.C. Chapter 35.

The Board has dismissed all issues related to the Veteran's service-connected conditions due to his death.

The Veteran's claims for an initial compensable rating for service-connected bilateral hearing loss, and service connection for diabetes, hypertension, left knee condition, right knee condition, and tinea pedis are being remanded due to the need for additional development.,The Veteran's claims for service connection for diabetes and hypertension are being remanded because VA did not notify him of unavailability of records from MedHealth Home Care, Alabama Orthopedics Specialists, and Beltone Hearing Center. Additionally, an adequate opinion regarding the nature and etiology of his conditions is needed.,The Veteran's claims for service connection for left knee condition and right knee condition are being remanded due to VA not notifying him of unavailability of records from MedHealth Home Care, Alabama Orthopedics Specialists, and Beltone Hearing Center. Additionally, an adequate opinion regarding the nature and etiology of his conditions is needed.,The Veteran's claim for service connection for tinea pedis is being remanded because VA did not notify him of unavailability of records from MedHealth Home Care, Alabama Orthopedics Specialists, and Beltone Hearing Center. Additionally, an adequate opinion regarding the nature and etiology of his condition is needed.

The Board denied service connection for Ischemic Heart Disease, Diabetes Mellitus, an acquired psychiatric disability, and Obstructive Sleep Apnea as there was no evidence linking these conditions to the Veteran's military service.,The Veteran did not provide clear and unmistakable evidence that any pre-existing conditions worsened during service.

The Veteran's initial claim for service-connected ischemic heart disease was granted with a 10% rating, which was later increased to 30%, and then to 60% effective August 14, 2025. The case is denied for an initial disability rating greater than 10 percent prior to August 10, 2015, and for a higher initial rating for diabetes mellitus, type II. Service connection was granted for renal insufficiency, but not for residuals of multiple fragment wounds of the left thigh.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's service-connected conditions (chronic lymphocytic leukemia, diabetes mellitus, erectile dysfunction, diabetic peripheral neuropathy of the right and left lower extremities) contributed substantially or materially to his death from a fatal fall. The appeal is granted.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have rendered him unable to secure and follow substantially gainful employment, leading to a TDIU. Basic eligibility for Dependents' Education Assistance has also been established.

The Veteran's diabetes mellitus type II and obstructive sleep apnea are granted as secondary to his service-connected disabilities.

The Board has granted service connection for multiple myeloma, back disability, diabetes mellitus type 2, left leg condition (diabetic peripheral neuropathy), and right leg condition (diabetic peripheral neuropathy) based on the persuasive evidence of record. All issues have been resolved in favor of the Veteran.

The Veteran's claim for special monthly compensation based on the need for regular aid and attendance is being remanded due to conflicting evidence in the record regarding his ability to perform self-care activities. The Board requires clarification of which disabilities affect his daily living needs.