Conditions/Endocrine

Diabetes Mellitus

Diagnostic Code 7913Endocrine

A chronic condition affecting how the body processes blood sugar (glucose). Can be Type I or Type II.

VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR)
100%

Diabetes mellitus requiring more than one daily injection of insulin, restricted diet, and regulation of activities with episodes of ketoacidosis or hypoglycemic reactions requiring at least three hospitalizations per year or weekly visits to a diabetic care provider, plus either progressive loss of weight and strength or complications requiring intensive management

60%

Diabetes mellitus requiring insulin, restricted diet, and regulation of activities with episodes of ketoacidosis or hypoglycemic reactions requiring one or two hospitalizations per year or twice a month visits to a diabetic care provider, plus complications that would not be compensable if separately evaluated

40%

Diabetes mellitus requiring insulin, restricted diet, and regulation of activities

20%

Diabetes mellitus requiring insulin and restricted diet, or; oral hypoglycemic agent and restricted diet

10%

Diabetes mellitus manageable by restricted diet only

Evidence You'll Need

Medical Evidence

Current diagnosis from a qualified healthcare provider, medical records documenting symptoms and treatment history

Service Connection

Evidence linking your condition to military service (service treatment records, incident reports, or nexus letter)

Personal Statement

Your detailed account of how diabetes mellitus affects your daily life and when symptoms began

Lay Evidence

Buddy letters from fellow service members or family who can corroborate your symptoms

C&P Exam Tips Preview

During your Compensation & Pension exam for diabetes mellitus, examiners will assess your symptoms against the rating criteria above.

Be specific: Describe your worst day, not your average day

Document everything: Bring copies of all medical records and evidence

Functional impact: Explain how symptoms affect work, sleep, and daily activities

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