The Veteran's hypertension claim is denied as the evidence does not support a compensable evaluation.,The Veteran's psoriasis claim is denied as there is no basis for an increased rating under any applicable diagnostic code.,The Veteran's thoracolumbar spine and bilateral hip disabilities are remanded to obtain proper VA examinations.,The Veteran's left hip bursitis and right hip bursitis claims are also remanded to obtain proper VA examinations.
The deciding factor: The evidence does not meet the criteria for a compensable evaluation of hypertension, as there is no diastolic blood pressure elevation or systolic pressure predominantly 160 or more requiring continuous medication.,There is no basis for an increased rating under any applicable diagnostic code for psoriasis, given that the Veteran's skin condition is treated with topical medications and does not meet the criteria for a higher rating based on systemic therapy or disfigurement of the head, face, or neck.,The VA examinations did not account for flare-ups in assessing the severity of the thoracolumbar spine and bilateral hip disabilities. Therefore, remand is needed to obtain proper evaluations that do so.,Flare-ups were not adequately addressed in the VA examinations for left hip bursitis and right hip bursitis. Remand is needed to ensure proper assessments.
- Claimed conditions
- hypertension, psoriasis, degenerative arthritis of the thoracolumbar spine, left hip bursitis based on limitation of flexion, right hip bursitis based on limitation of flexion
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- October 15, 2024
- Citation
- A24065472
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What this means for you
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