Hypertension (high blood pressure) decisions — 2019

The Board has dismissed the appeal for entitlement to service connection for sexually transmitted disease without prejudice. The remaining issues on appeal are remanded for further development.

The Veteran's hypertension is rated at a 10 percent level, granted on appeal.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's current hypertension had its onset during active duty and is granting service connection for this condition.

The Veteran's mood disorder is granted as secondary to service-connected disabilities, but his sleep disorder and hearing loss are not separately service connected. The lower back disability remains at a 20 percent rating, while the hypertension continues at its current 10 percent rating.

The Veteran's hypertension was not shown to have had its onset during service or be related to any in-service injury, event, or disease. The current diagnosis of hypertension is not considered a disability for VA purposes.,There is no evidence that the Veteran has a current gastrointestinal condition claimed as indigestion. His symptoms were noted but did not meet the criteria for a diagnosed disability.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for hypertension, finding that there was no evidence to support a link between his military service and the condition.

The Board has reopened the claim for service connection for shrapnel wounds due to new and material evidence. The issue of service connection for hypertension is remanded as there is insufficient information on whether it is related to herbicide exposure in Vietnam.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to insufficient medical opinions regarding whether the Veteran's hypertension is related to his service, including herbicide exposure. The Veteran was not granted service connection for hypertension as a result of herbicide exposure.

The Veteran's appeal has been dismissed as the appellant, through his authorized representative, requested withdrawal of all issues on appeal.

The Board denied service connection for diabetes mellitus type II and hypertension, finding no evidence of exposure to herbicides or a nexus between the conditions and active service.

The Board has remanded the issues of service connection for TBI, a compensable evaluation for bilateral hearing loss prior to December 1, 2017, and in excess of 10 percent beginning December 1, 2017, as well as the issue of entitlement to TDIU prior to December 1, 2017.

The Veteran's service-connected eye disability is being remanded for a new VA examination to determine the current severity of her condition.

The Board denied service connection for various conditions, including bilateral knee and leg disabilities, a sleep disorder, hypertension, and a sciatic condition. The Veteran's adjustment disorder with mixed anxiety and depressed mood was granted an effective date of February 13, 2014.

The Board has remanded the case due to a need for further development and examination regarding service connection for hypertension.

The Board has remanded the claims for hypertension and atrial fibrillation due to Agent Orange exposure, as well as the secondary service connection claim for atrial fibrillation. The case will be sent back for a VA examination to determine if there is sufficient evidence linking these conditions to Agent Orange exposure.

The Veteran's hypertension and left ear hearing loss have been evaluated based on the evidence of record. The Board has determined that a compensable rating for hypertension is not warranted, while an initial increased rating for left ear hearing loss is denied.,For several issues in this case, including service connection for various conditions such as a heart condition, nerve disorder affecting the left side of the body, left hand disorder, and vision disorder of the left eye, VA examinations were determined to be not warranted due to lack of evidence of current disorders. However, recent private medical records have been submitted indicating current disorders that may be associated with service.

The Veteran's granulosa cell tumor associated with total abdominal hysterectomy with removal of both ovaries is granted service connection. The Veteran's hypertension is denied as not meeting the criteria for a compensable rating. The right knee disability is remanded for further evaluation.

The Veteran's increased rating for CAD from August 11, 2006 to March 30, 2014, July 1, 2014 to October 9, 2016, and from February 1, 2017 is granted. The Veteran also receives increased ratings for hypertension and hypertensive nephropathy with specific effective dates.

The Veteran's claims for service connection related to asbestos exposure and herbicide exposure have been denied. The Board has determined that new and material evidence has not been received to reopen the claim of service connection for a pulmonary disorder due to asbestos exposure, while other claims are stayed pending further action.

The Veteran withdrew his appeals for all issues except service connection for sinusitis, which was dismissed. The remaining appeals were also dismissed as the Veteran expressed satisfaction with his current combined disability rating.