Hypertension (high blood pressure) Board decisions

The Veteran's spouse is appealing for a total disability evaluation based on individual unemployability due to service-connected disabilities. The issues of service connection for COPD, hypertension, OSA, and ASHD (CHF) are pending in another case docketed under Docket Number 190604-210513. The TDIU claim is remanded as the combined disability evaluation remains below the threshold for extraschedular consideration.

The Board has found that a remand is necessary to obtain an addendum medical opinion regarding the Veteran's need for aid and attendance due to his service-connected disabilities.

The Board has remanded several issues for further development and consideration. The Veteran's left shoulder condition requires a new examination to assess the severity of his flare-ups. His cervical spine condition must be evaluated in relation to his service-connected left shoulder condition. An addendum opinion is needed regarding the acquired psychiatric disorder, as well as an assessment of polyuria and hypertension.,The Board has remanded this issue for further development. The Veteran's cervical spine condition needs a new examination that addresses whether it is secondary to his service-connected left shoulder impingement syndrome. A new opinion on the acquired psychiatric disorder must be provided, considering the Veteran's contentions about insomnia, adjustment disorder, and depression.,The Board has remanded this issue for further development. The Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorder needs a new examination that addresses whether it is related to his service. An addendum opinion should be provided regarding polyuria and hypertension.,The Board has remanded this issue for further development. The Veteran's kidney condition, claimed as kidney cancer, requires an addendum opinion addressing the relationship between his in-service stone removal and current issues. A new examination is needed for renal insufficiency and hypertension.,The Board has remanded this issue for further development. An addendum opinion should be provided regarding polyuria and hypertension.,The Board has remanded this issue for further development. The Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorder needs a new examination that addresses whether it occurred in service or is related to his service-connected conditions. A new opinion on polyuria and hypertension must also be provided.,The Board has remanded this issue for further development. An addendum opinion should be provided regarding the relationship between the Veteran's headaches and his service-connected shoulder condition, as well as whether it is caused by or aggravated by any other service-connected conditions.

The Board has remanded the case due to a need for a VA medical opinion regarding the Veteran's hypertension, which began during his service in Thailand. The claim is reopened based on new evidence.

The Veteran's bilateral hearing loss is granted as related to noise exposure during service.,Service connection for hypertension is granted due to the PACT Act, effective from August 10, 2022. The claim for service connection on any other basis is remanded.,The Veteran's lumbar spine disability is remanded for further examination and opinion.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for depression has been denied as there is no current diagnosis of a psychiatric condition.,Service connection for hypertension due to exposure to herbicides in service has been granted. The effective date will be determined based on the PACT Act provisions.

The Board has granted service connection for hypertension due to in-service herbicide agent exposure under the PACT Act. The claim for gout is remanded as there is insufficient evidence to determine its etiology.

The Board has determined that further development is necessary before the Veteran's claims can be adjudicated due to outstanding VA treatment records and potential TERA exposure. The claims for service connection are being remanded for additional examinations and medical opinions.

The Board dismissed all appeals as the Veteran withdrew his appeals prior to a decision being made.

The Veteran's claims for service connection and effective date have been remanded due to the complexity of the medical issues involved.

The Board has decided to remand the Veteran's claims for a cervical spine disability and hypertension due to insufficient medical evidence, and the need for further examination and opinion.

The Veteran's hypertension is granted as service connected due to herbicide agent exposure. The claim for bladder cancer is dismissed as the effective date has already been granted. The issue of service connection for atrial fibrillation and TDIU are remanded.

The Board denied service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, CFS, dysphagia, GERD, headaches, a heart condition, high blood pressure, muscle and joint pain, and neurological problems. The case is remanded for further action on the left ankle disability.,Service connection was not granted for skin issues as they were considered undiagnosed Gulf War symptoms.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for TBI, hypertension, right ear hearing loss, Meniere's disease, tinnitus, migraines, and neurocardiogenic syncope. The AOJ implemented this decision in a June 2023 rating decision.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's hypertension was initially diagnosed in service and did not clearly and unmistakably exist prior to induction, thus granting service connection for hypertension.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for increased ratings for his service-connected psoriasis, finding that the evidence did not support a higher rating due to the lack of systemic therapy. The claims for hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and OSA were also denied as there was no new and relevant evidence submitted.

The Board granted service connection for TBI and assigned a rating of 100% effective July 16, 2012. The Board also found that the Veteran's Meniere's disease, migraines, and neurocardiogenic syncope all stem from TBI and resulted in his inability to care for himself, granting SMC-T with an effective date of July 16, 2012.

The Veteran's hypertension is granted pursuant to the PACT Act. Service connection for PTSD, anxiety, and depression is granted. The claim of service connection for hypertension on a basis other than as pursuant to the PACT Act is remanded.

The Board has granted service connection for non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, diabetes mellitus type II, hypertension, erectile dysfunction secondary to diabetes mellitus, and bilateral lower extremity neuropathy secondary to diabetes mellitus. These conditions are presumed due to herbicide agent exposure in Thailand during military service.

The Board denied service connection for various conditions, including left knee disability, right knee disability, left thumb disability, tension headaches, bilateral hearing loss, tinnitus, hypertension, and high cholesterol.