The appeal was denied for an initial compensable rating for hypertension, and the issues of service connection for liver nodules, lung nodules, right foot disorder, and right ankle disorder were remanded.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not support a finding that the Veteran's diastolic pressure was predominantly 100 or more during the period on appeal, which is required for an initial compensable rating for hypertension. The VA opinions provided were found to be inadequate due to lack of rationale and consideration of lay statements.
- Claimed conditions
- Hypertension, Liver Nodules, Lung Nodules, Right Foot Disorder, Right Ankle Disorder
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- October 27, 2025
- Citation
- A25092607
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