Diabetes Board decisions

The Veteran's diabetes mellitus is currently rated at 20 percent, and the Board finds that it does not warrant a higher rating based on the evidence of record.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection for coronary artery disease and diabetes mellitus due to herbicide agent exposure is remanded as there are outstanding treatment records that need to be obtained, and a VA examination should be conducted to clarify the presence of these conditions.

The Veteran's left and right lower extremity diabetic neuropathy have been granted increased ratings of 40 percent effective from the dates specified.,Service connection for a left hip disability secondary to bilateral lower extremity diabetic neuropathy, and chronic kidney disease secondary to diabetes mellitus, has also been granted.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's claims for higher ratings are remanded due to a lack of updated medical records and inadequate previous examinations. The Veteran is seeking increased disability ratings for diabetes mellitus type II and associated peripheral neuropathies of the lower extremities.

The Veteran's service-connected ischemic heart disease and diabetes mellitus, type II, did not preclude him from securing or following substantially gainful employment prior to September 8, 2014.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for diabetes mellitus type II, finding that there was no evidence of herbicide exposure and insufficient medical evidence to establish a link between his current condition and service.

The Veteran's sleep apnea and type II diabetes mellitus were not incurred in service, and the Board denied these claims.,The Veteran does not have a current diagnosis of hernia or low back disorder that is related to his military service.

The Board has granted service connection for prostate cancer residuals, coronary artery disease, and diabetes on a presumptive basis due to herbicide agent exposure during active duty at Fort Gordon.

The Board has granted service connection for diabetes mellitus, type II as secondary to the Veteran's service-connected unspecified anxiety disorder. The decision finds that the Veteran's anxiety disorder aggravated his diabetes beyond its natural progression.

The Board has remanded the case for further development due to a need for an opinion on whether there is a nexus between the Veteran's post-service disabilities and his toxic exposure risk activity (TERA) during service in Southwest Asia. The appellant seeks both pension benefits and DIC benefits, but her income eligibility for pension benefits was not established.

The Veteran's service connection claims for type 2 diabetes and prostate cancer are granted due to presumed exposure to herbicide agents during his service in Korea. However, the claims for bilateral upper and lower extremity diabetic neuropathy are denied as there is no current diagnosis of these conditions.

The Veteran's service connection claims for diabetes mellitus type II and coronary artery disease (CAD) have been granted. The claim for a kidney condition is being remanded due to the need for a VA examination.

The Board has granted service connection for diabetes mellitus type II, left and right lower extremity peripheral neuropathy as secondary to diabetes mellitus type II, and erectile dysfunction. The claims are based on the PACT Act presumption of exposure to herbicide agents.

The Veteran's claim for an allowance for an automobile or other conveyance, and adaptive equipment is remanded due to a duty to assist error. The Board will obtain an opinion regarding the remaining function of the Veteran's hands and feet.

The Board has remanded the case due to a pre-decisional duty to assist error, specifically regarding the Veteran's diagnoses of hypertension and diabetes mellitus. The case is now pending for further examination and opinion.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings for his service-connected mental disability and diabetes mellitus were denied. The Board found that the criteria for a higher rating under Diagnostic Codes 9411 (for mental disabilities) and 7913 (for diabetes mellitus) were not met.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities did not result in the need for regular aid and attendance or housebound status, leading to a denial of SMC.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection due to deficiencies in VCAA notice and the need to obtain post-service VA medical records. The Veteran's diabetes mellitus type II, left foot disability, right foot disability, left wrist disability, and tumors/cysts are being reviewed.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection due to new evidence received after a previous Supplemental Statement of the Case. The issues include the cause of death, intracranial hemorrhage, acquired psychiatric disorder (likely PTSD), diabetes mellitus, low back disorder, hypertension, and eye disorder.

The Board denied service connection for ischemic heart disease and diabetes mellitus due to herbicides, finding insufficient evidence of exposure in the Republic of Vietnam or Okinawa.