Hypertension (high blood pressure) decisions — 2015

The Veteran's claims for service connection have been granted, with the exception of some issues related to his prostate condition and sleep apnea. The decision also includes a determination that he is eligible for special monthly compensation.

The Veteran's claims for service connection are being remanded due to the need for additional development regarding his exposure to herbicides and environmental hazards, as well as the inextricably intertwined secondary service connection claims.

The Veteran's mitral valvular disease with prolapse and +1 mitral regurgitation was not present during active service, is not otherwise related to service, including his presumed exposure to herbicides therein, nor is it due to or aggravated by his service-connected PTSD. Therefore, the claim for service connection for this condition has been denied.

The Board has remanded the case due to incomplete records and further development is needed before a decision can be made on the Veteran's claims for service connection.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for hypertension has been granted. The Board also found that the Veteran's degenerative arthritis of the right knee, left knee, and posttraumatic muscle tension headaches were incurred in service.

The Board has ordered additional development of the Veteran's medical records, including from his VA treatment facilities and National Guard/Army Reserve service. The appeal is being remanded for further action.

The Board has remanded the case due to incomplete military personnel records and will provide further action as requested.

The Veteran's appeal includes claims for various conditions, including hypertension, psychiatric disorders, lung issues, head trauma, sleep apnea, headaches, and several other conditions. The Board has remanded the case due to a request for a videoconference hearing.

The Board has granted service connection for hypertension and assigned a 10 percent disability rating. The Veteran's claims for hematuria and left renal mass have been withdrawn.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for depression, skin condition, hypertension, and residuals of colon surgery have been denied. The Board finds that further examination is needed to determine the etiology of these conditions.

The Board has granted service connection for tachycardia, erectile dysfunction, and hypertension as secondary to the Veteran's service-connected PTSD.

The Board has granted service connection for PTSD and remanded the issue of hypertension.

The Veteran's claims for increased evaluations for hypertension and right ankle disorder are being remanded due to the need for additional examinations and the submission of updated medical records.

The Veteran's diabetes mellitus is granted as service connected due to presumed exposure to herbicides. The Board also finds that the Veteran has peripheral neuropathy of both lower extremities and a kidney disability, but these conditions are not found to be related to his diabetes mellitus.

The Board found that hypertension and ulcers were not incurred or aggravated in service, and are not proximately due to or the result of service-connected PTSD.

The Board has granted service connection for right knee degenerative joint disease, representing a full grant of the benefit sought. The hypertension and diabetes mellitus claims remain pending.

The Veteran's appeals for higher ratings for bilateral plantar fasciitis with pes planus, hyperpituitarism, hypertension, and lumbosacral strain have been denied. The issue of entitlement to TDIU prior to May 15, 2013 has also been remanded.

The Veteran's hypertension was not shown during service or within the applicable presumptive period, and there is no medical evidence linking his current condition to service. The claim for service connection is denied.

The Veteran's appeal for an increased disability rating in excess of 60 percent prior to January 9, 2015 for chronic kidney disease secondary to IgA nephropathy with medically controlled hypertension has been withdrawn.

The Veteran's hypertension is being remanded for additional development, including obtaining VA and private treatment records. His diabetes mellitus and bilateral cataracts and retinopathy are also being remanded for further examination.