Diabetes Board decisions

The Veteran's claims for diabetes mellitus, type 2 and malignant melanoma were denied as these conditions are not related to his active service. The Board found that the Veteran did not serve in the Republic of Vietnam during the Vietnam era and thus there is no presumption of exposure to herbicides. The secondary service connection claims for CAD, diabetic retinopathy (claimed as blindness), peripheral neuropathy, and renal insufficiency were also denied.

The Veteran's death was not caused by a service-connected disability, and there is no evidence of herbicide exposure. As such, the claim for DIC benefits due to service connection for the cause of the Veteran's death is denied.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for diabetes mellitus, type II; bilateral lower extremity diabetic neuropathy; and background diabetic retinopathy are granted. The claim for service connection for impotence is remanded.

The Board has remanded the case for a Travel Board hearing due to the appellant's request. The claim will be returned after the hearing.

The Veteran is seeking service connection for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, which he claims is related to his military service and exposure to Agent Orange. The case has been remanded due to the need for a new VA examination by an endocrinologist experienced in diagnosing and treating DM.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's service does not meet the basic criteria for eligibility to nonservice-connected pension benefits as he did not serve during a period of war. The claims of service connection for TBI, nerve damage, type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypothyroidism, psoriasis, facial acne, and respiratory disorder are remanded for further development.

The Veteran was unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful employment due to his service-connected disabilities, at least for the period from December 4, 2007, to January 28, 2009.

The Veteran's hypoglycemia and diabetes mellitus are rated at a 10% disability level due to manageable symptoms with no need for insulin or hospitalization.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for diabetes mellitus, finding that there is no current diagnosis of diabetes and thus not meeting the criteria for presumptive service connection based on herbicide exposure.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for residuals of a cerebrovascular accident is granted. The issue of an earlier effective date for special monthly compensation based on housebound status is deferred pending resolution of the diabetes claim.

The Board has remanded the case due to incomplete verification of the Veteran's Reserve service dates and a need for a supplemental VA examination.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings for PTSD and major depressive disorder were denied. The Veteran was granted a TDIU effective June 9, 2008.

The Veteran's diabetes mellitus is currently rated at 60 percent, reflecting the need for insulin and regulation of activities with episodes of ketoacidosis or hypoglycemic reactions requiring hospitalization.

The Veteran's claims for service connection are being remanded due to the need for additional examinations and records.

The Veteran's claims for service connection are being remanded due to the need for a VA examination to determine the current nature and etiology of his cardiovascular disorder, including peripheral arteriosclerosis. The issues are inextricably intertwined with the claim for arteriosclerosis.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for basal cell carcinoma, type II diabetes mellitus, and peripheral neuropathy of the bilateral upper and lower extremities. The appeals were based on unsubstantiated allegations of exposure to ionizing radiation or herbicides during active duty.

The Board found that the Veteran's diabetes mellitus did not manifest as a result of active military service and denied her claim for service connection.

The Veteran's death was caused by cardiac arrest, which is not service-connected. The Board found that the service-connected conditions (amputation and hearing loss) did not cause or contribute to his death.

The Board has determined that an earlier effective date for the award of special monthly compensation based on loss of use of a creative organ is not warranted. The issues of entitlement to increased ratings for diabetes mellitus and erectile dysfunction are being remanded as additional medical evidence is needed.

The Board found no evidence of diabetes mellitus during service and denied the claim for service connection.