The Veteran's diabetes mellitus type II with retinopathy was rated at 20 percent prior to June 2, 2010. From June 2, 2010, the rating was increased to 40 percent.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not show that the Veteran required regulation of activities due to his diabetes mellitus type II with retinopathy prior to June 2, 2010.
- Claimed conditions
- diabetes mellitus type II with retinopathy
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 20%
- Decision date
- January 21, 2016
- Citation
- 1602522
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- Granted
The Veteran's service-connected disabilities render him unemployable, and the Board has granted a total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU).
- Granted
The Veteran's service-connected disabilities rendered him unable to care for his daily needs, requiring the regular aid and attendance of another person. The Board finds that he needed assistance with all activities of daily living due to his service-connected disabilities.
- Dismissed
The Veteran's appeals for service connection and increased ratings have been withdrawn, resulting in the dismissal of these claims.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development, including obtaining medical records and scheduling VA examinations to address his eye disorders, mental health conditions, and diabetes mellitus type II with retinopathy.
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