Hypertension (high blood pressure) decisions — 2022

The Veteran's hypertension is not predominantly characterized by diastolic pressure of 100 or more, or a systolic pressure of 160 or more. Therefore, the criteria for entitlement to a compensable rating for hypertension have not been met.

The Board has reopened the Veteran's claim for service connection for hypertension due to new and material evidence submitted in February 2017. The case is remanded for a VA examination to determine if hypertension is related to service, including exposure to Agent Orange/herbicides. Bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus claims are also remanded for addendum opinions.

The Board has remanded the cases of hypertension and erectile dysfunction for further development. The Veteran's representative requested a copy of the VA examiner's CV, which should be provided upon request.

The Veteran's bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus were denied as they are not related to service, with the exception of a remanded matter for hypertension.,Service connection for fibromyalgia was denied due to lack of current diagnosis.

The Board has remanded the cases of COPD, diabetes mellitus type II, migraine headaches, hypertension, and a bilateral foot condition for further development. The claims are related to service connection being secondary to PTSD.

The claims of service connection for colonic polyps, depression, and hypertension have been reopened. The Veteran's claims are remanded for further development regarding his secondary service connection issues.

The Board has determined that further development is needed to address the Veteran's claims for sarcoidosis, heart disability, hypertension, achilles tendon disabilities, and lower back/knee disabilities. The case is being remanded.

The Board has granted service connection for hypertension due to presumed exposure to herbicide agents during service. Service connection for the renal condition is denied as it was not caused by or aggravated by service-connected diabetes mellitus.

The Board has denied service connection for hypertension and remanded the issue of service connection for a sleep disorder, to include sleep apnea. The Veteran's current diagnoses are not related to his military service.

The Board has remanded the case due to inadequate examination regarding whether the Veteran's hypertension is secondary to his service-connected diabetes mellitus. Another VA examination is needed.

The Board denied service connection for sleep apnea and hypertension, finding no new and material evidence to reopen the claims. The Veteran's hypertension was not shown to have its onset during active service or within one year of separation, and there is insufficient medical evidence linking his current condition to military service.

The Board found that the Veteran did not have a heart disability including hypertension during service or within one year of separation, and there is no evidence of continuity of symptomatology. The claim for service connection was denied.

The Board has remanded the claims of service connection for Multiple Sclerosis, Peripheral Neuropathy, Neurogenic Bladder, Hypertension, and Erectile Dysfunction due to new evidence indicating a different date of diagnosis for Multiple Sclerosis. The VA is instructed to attempt to obtain private treatment records from the University of Pennsylvania.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for hypertension, hepatitis B, and a right foot neurological disorder have been denied. The case has been remanded for further examination to determine the etiology of any current right foot neurological disorder.

The Veteran's cause of death is being remanded for a VA medical opinion to determine if his conditions are related to service or herbicide exposure. The claim for DIC benefits under 38 U.S.C. § 1318 remains denied as the Veteran was not rated 100% disabled at any point.

The Board has denied service connection for PTSD and remanded the issues of service connection for ischemic heart disease and hypertension. The Veteran's claims are being returned to the AOJ for further development.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection for myelodysplastic syndrome and hypertension due to outstanding treatment records and additional medical opinions.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient medical opinions regarding the cause of death and potential service connection. The Veteran's cause of death was congestive heart failure, which is believed to be caused by hypertension and pulmonary embolus.

The appeal for service connection of hypertension was dismissed due to the appellant's death.

The Board has remanded the claim for service connection for high blood pressure with symptoms of dizziness due to exposure to herbicides/dioxin, or due to the service-connected disabilities. The Veteran is also facing a remand for an increased rating for asthma and a TDIU.,The appeal is currently in process and will be addressed after obtaining additional medical opinions.