Diabetes Board decisions

The Veteran's PTSD symptoms did not meet the criteria for a higher rating, resulting in denial of an increased rating.,The Veteran's left lower extremity diabetic peripheral neuropathy was rated at 10 percent prior to March 1, 2022, and at 20 percent thereafter. The right lower extremity diabetic peripheral neuropathy was also rated at 20 percent throughout the appeal period.

The Veteran's appeal was denied for increased ratings for diabetes mellitus type II, hypertension, and erectile dysfunction. Service connection for Peyronie's disease and genitourinary disorder were also denied.

The appeal of high cholesterol is dismissed. The appeals for coronary artery disease, diabetes mellitus type II and hypertension are remanded.

The Board denied service connection for ischemic heart disease and diabetes mellitus, type II as there is no evidence of current disabilities.

The Veteran's bilateral lower extremity diabetic neuropathy was granted effective as of October 13, 2010.

The Board granted service connection for diabetes mellitus type II due to herbicide agent exposure under the PACT Act, which is presumed based on qualifying service in Thailand. The Veteran's duties as an aircraft mechanic placed him near the base perimeter where herbicide agents were used.

The Board has dismissed the appeals for service connection for diabetes mellitus type II and prostate cancer as they were erroneously docketed twice, and the claims have been granted in a previous decision.

The Veteran's eligibility for Dependents' Educational Assistance (DEA) based on permanent and total disability status under 38 U.S.C. Chapter 35 is granted as of May 8, 2018.

The Veteran's service connection for lung cancer and type II diabetes mellitus is granted on a presumptive basis due to exposure to herbicides during his service in Thailand.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for right hip injury residuals, left hip injury residuals, a right knee disability, and a left knee disability are dismissed. The Veteran's claim for service connection for diabetes mellitus, type II is granted. The Board remands the issue of service connection for erectile dysfunction (ED) as secondary to DMII.

The Board denied service connection for coronary artery disease, COPD and hypertension as these conditions were not shown to be related to service. The cause of death was attributed to other significant conditions.

The Veteran's diabetes mellitus, type II is granted as due to herbicide exposure. The claims for glaucoma and erectile dysfunction secondary to diabetes mellitus are remanded.

The Board has remanded the claims for hypertension, myopathic syndrome, and diabetes mellitus type II due to errors in service dates and inadequate medical opinions.

The Veteran's appeal is remanded for further evaluation of his service-connected conditions, including PTSD and prostate cancer. The Board finds that the Veteran cannot secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation due to his physical disabilities.

The Board dismissed all the issues related to the Veteran's claims, including those for shortening of bone length, right lower extremity; status post repair right patellar tendon with traumatic arthritis; and a right knee scar. The appeals were also dismissed regarding service connection for degenerative joint disease, right hip, and diabetes mellitus, type II.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for sleep apnea and type 2 diabetes mellitus, finding that there was no evidence linking these conditions to his military service.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities did not render him unable to secure and follow substantially gainful employment prior to April 10, 2014. The case is REMANDED for additional development.

The Veteran's appeals for increased ratings and effective dates have been dismissed. The Board has also identified several issues that require further examination and consideration, including service connection for hypertension.,The Veteran was granted service connection for amputation of the left little toe and left little toe amputation scar on August 8, 2018.

The Veteran's diabetes and diabetic nephropathy were not granted increased ratings, and his claim for TDIU was denied.

The Veteran's PTSD symptoms are manifested by occupational and social impairment with deficiencies in most areas, such as work, school, family relations, judgment, thinking and/or mood. A disability rating of 70 percent for PTSD is granted.,Service connection for PTSD is granted effective November 24, 2015.,The Veteran's TDIU claim is granted based on his service-connected PTSD.,Service connection for hypertension is denied as there is no current diagnosis of hypertension in the record.,Service connection for obstructive sleep apnea (Insomnia) is remanded due to lack of evidence and need for a VA opinion.,Service connection for diabetes mellitus is remanded due to lack of evidence and need for a VA opinion.,Service connection for prostate cancer is remanded due to lack of evidence and need for a VA opinion.,Service connection for genitourinary disorder, to include BPH, is remanded due to lack of evidence and need for a VA opinion.,Service connection for flat feet is remanded due to lack of evidence and need for a VA opinion.