Hypertension (high blood pressure) decisions — 2025

The veteran's claim for a higher rating for hypertension was granted. The Board found that the veteran's condition warrants an initial 10 percent rating.

The Board denied service connection for diabetes mellitus type 2 and hypertension on bases other than the PACT Act because the evidence did not show a relationship between these conditions and the veteran's service.

The veteran's claim for an effective date of May 14, 2021, for total disability based on individual unemployability (TDIU) was granted. Claims for service connection for hemorrhoids and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) were denied. Claims for hypertension, sleep apnea, and erectile dysfunction were remanded.

The Board restored the veteran's rating for intervertebral disc syndrome and lumbosacral strain to 40% effective May 24, 2021. Other issues related to service connection were remanded.

The Board denied service connection for several conditions, including hypertension and breast cancer residuals. However, it remanded the claims for uterine leiomyomata (fibroids) and related issues.

Service connection for hypertension was granted under the PACT Act, but service connection for obesity and a higher rating for radiculopathy were denied. The issue of entitlement to a total disability rating due to individual unemployability (TDIU) was remanded.

The Board remanded the veteran's claims for service connection for hypertension, migraine headaches, and fibromyalgia due to inadequate medical examinations. The veteran will receive new exams under the PACT Act.

The Board remanded the veteran's claims for service connection of an acquired psychiatric disorder and heart conditions. The Board found that a medical opinion regarding the etiology of these conditions is necessary.

The Board denied the veteran's claim for a higher rating for hypertension because the evidence did not show that his blood pressure readings predominantly met the criteria for a compensable rating.

The Board remanded all issues for additional development due to inadequate medical opinions and duty-to-assist errors.

The Board remanded the claim for service connection of hypertension because the VA examinations did not adequately address relevant evidence.

The veteran is granted a 10 percent rating for hypertension. The claims for service connection for left and right knee conditions are remanded for further evaluation.

The Board granted readjudication for a heart condition, including IHD and congestive heart failure. It remanded the claims for service connection for hypertension and for a heart condition secondary to hypertension.

The Board denied service connection for hypertension because the evidence did not show that the veteran's hypertension was related to his military service or due to herbicide exposure.

The Board remanded the veteran's claims for service connection for an acquired psychiatric condition (including PTSD, anxiety, and depression) and hypertension secondary to a psychiatric condition. The Board needs more evidence to decide these claims.

The veteran's claim for a higher rating for diabetes mellitus type II was dismissed because the veteran withdrew the appeal. The claims for hypertension and bilateral hearing loss were denied as the criteria for a compensable disability rating were not met.

The Board remanded the Veteran's claims for bilateral hearing loss, tinnitus, and hypertension due to pre-decisional errors. The VA needs to conduct further examinations and evidentiary development.

The appeal for service connection of hypertension is remanded. The Board needs more information from the Veteran's private medical records.

The veteran's request for an increased rating for chronic bronchitis was denied. The issues of service connection for high blood pressure, sinusitis, asthma, and obstructive sleep apnea were remanded for further evaluation.

The Board remanded the veteran's claims for service connection of hypertension and migraine headaches due to exposure to toxic jet fuel. The Board found that the VA's medical opinions were inadequate and required further examination.