Hypertension (high blood pressure) Board decisions

The Board has determined that new and material evidence has been received to reopen the claim of service connection for Hypertension (HTN). The Veteran's HTN is not secondary to his service-connected Diabetes Mellitus (DM) or Agent Orange exposure. As such, the claim is granted.

The Board has reopened the claim for service connection for sleep apnea due to new and material evidence. However, the preponderance of the evidence is against finding that any of the claimed conditions are related to service.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's diabetes mellitus type II and hypertension did not have their onset during service or are otherwise related to service. The claims for these conditions are therefore denied.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's cardiovascular accident, which is claimed as a stroke, was caused by his service-connected hypertension.

The Veteran's hypertension has been consistently below the criteria for a higher rating, and thus an initial rating in excess of 10 percent is denied.

The Board has determined that a remand is necessary to obtain an adequate VA examination and opinion regarding the etiology of the Veteran's obstructive sleep apnea, as well as whether his service-connected conditions caused or aggravated this condition.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for right lower extremity neuropathy and hypertension are being remanded due to the need for additional development of his medical records.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for diabetes mellitus, type II and hypertension are being remanded due to the need for additional development.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for diabetes mellitus, neuropathy of the lower extremities, skin disorder, hypertension, and erectile dysfunction. The evidence did not establish exposure to herbicide agents or other presumptive conditions.

The Veteran does not have hypertension or a heart disorder other than rheumatic valvular heart disease that is related to military service.

The Veteran's claim for special monthly compensation (SMC) based on the need for regular aid and attendance or by reason of being housebound is currently pending. The Board has ordered a remand to obtain an addendum from the VA examiner regarding whether his service-connected disabilities render him in need of regular aid and attendance.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development to obtain medical records and provide the Veteran with a VA examination.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for bilateral hearing loss and hypertension are being remanded due to the need for additional development, including obtaining updated medical records and examinations.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's hypertension and type II diabetes mellitus were not incurred in or aggravated by service, and his hepatitis C was not caused by service. The claims are therefore denied.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for a higher rating for PTSD and hypertension due to issues with effective dates and need for additional development.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for hypertension and a head injury to include headaches have been denied as the evidence does not support a finding that these conditions are related to his active service.

The Veteran's claims of service connection for intermittent chest pains, hypertension, tinnitus, and hearing loss have been granted. The effective date is not specified.

The Board found that the Veteran does not have a valid diagnosis of hypertension and thus denied his claim for service connection.

The Board finds that the Veteran does not have a current heart disorder, including myocarditis or any residuals thereof, and thus service connection for these conditions is denied.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's hypertension is related to his active service, including presumed exposure to herbicides during service in Vietnam. The claim for service connection is granted.