Diabetes Board decisions

The veteran's claim for a separate compensable rating for erectile dysfunction secondary to his service-connected diabetes mellitus is denied as the condition is already covered under the special monthly compensation he receives.

The veteran's diabetes mellitus requires insulin and a restrictive diet but not regulation of activities for the purpose of controlling blood sugar. The Board finds no more than a 20 percent rating is appropriate.

The Board has determined that service connection is not warranted for any of the conditions listed, including low back disability, left ankle sprain, eye disorder (other than conjunctivitis), bilateral hearing loss disability, tinnitus, chronic lung disorder (PPD positive), gastrointestinal disorder (indigestion or gastritis), prostatitis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, bronchopneumonia, peptic ulcer disease, ischemic heart disease and hypertensive cardiovascular disease with angina, diabetes mellitus, acute pyelonephritis, liver condition, Bell's palsy with facial numbness, dengue hemorrhagic fever, and erectile dysfunction.

The veteran's claims for increased ratings for bilateral inguinal hernia and Type II diabetes mellitus are being remanded due to the submission of additional evidence not previously considered.

The Board found that the veteran's hepatitis C, diabetes mellitus, type II, and diabetic retinopathy were not incurred in or aggravated by active service. The claims for secondary service connection based on herbicide exposure are also denied.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for service connection for diabetes mellitus and entitlement to a TDIU, finding no evidence of herbicide exposure or a relationship between his current condition and military service.

The Board has remanded the case due to the need for additional development, including a VA medical examination.

The veteran's claim for an initial rating higher than 20 percent for diabetes mellitus with diabetic cheirarthropathy is being remanded due to the need for further VA examinations and development of medical records.

The veteran died due to multiple health issues, but there is no evidence that any service-connected disability caused or contributed substantially to his death.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for hypertension and tinnitus, finding no evidence of a nexus to service or service-connected conditions. The claim for PTSD was granted with an initial rating of 30 percent.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for service connection for bilateral hearing loss, PTSD, diabetes mellitus and peripheral neuropathy. The appeals were based on presumed exposure to herbicide agents during service, but there was no evidence of such exposure. Service connection could not be established as the conditions did not manifest in service or within a presumptive period.

The Board has denied the veteran's claims for service connection for diabetes mellitus, residuals of a below-the-knee amputation (BKA) of the left leg, and anemia. The evidence does not establish that these conditions are related to service.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for service connection for various conditions, including diabetes mellitus and its secondary effects. The Board found that there was no evidence of a thoracolumbar spine disorder or ankylosing spondylitis during active service or within one year after discharge.

The Board has granted a 40 percent rating for diabetes mellitus, Type 2. The right knee disability issue is remanded for further examination and opinion.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for an increased rating for diabetes mellitus and service connection for hypertension and vision problems, both claimed as secondary to his diabetes.

The Board has ordered the RO to obtain private and VA treatment records, as well as any other relevant evidence. The case will be remanded for further development.

The VA has denied the veteran's claims for higher ratings for his diabetes mellitus, finding that he does not meet the criteria for a rating in excess of 20 percent since October 20, 2006.

The veteran withdrew his appeal for the issues of entitlement to service connection for type 2 diabetes, hypertension, hepatitis C and a skin rash at his June 2008 Board hearing.

The Board has granted service connection for the veteran's left shoulder disability and depression, finding that these conditions are related to his active duty service. Service connection for diabetes mellitus was not addressed due to lack of evidence.

The veteran's appeal has been withdrawn, and his claims for increased evaluations for hypertension and diabetes mellitus type II have been dismissed.