The Veteran's service connection claims for coronary artery disease, Parkinson’s disease, diabetes, and bilateral lower extremity neuropathy are all granted due to presumed exposure to herbicides during his military service.
The deciding factor: The Veteran was exposed to herbicides while stationed at U-Tapao Royal Thai Air Force Base, which is considered a presumptive area for herbicide exposure. His conditions are therefore presumed related to his service.
- Claimed conditions
- coronary artery disease (CAD), Parkinson’s disease, diabetes, right lower extremity neuropathy, left lower extremity neuropathy
- How they argued it
- Presumptive (no nexus needed)
- Exposure basis
- Burn pits / airborne hazards
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- November 13, 2020
- Citation
- A20016904
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