The Board denied the Veteran's appeal for a higher initial rating for hypertension, as there was no evidence of diastolic pressure predominantly 100 or more, systolic pressure predominantly 160 or more, or a history of diastolic pressure predominantly 100 or more requiring continuous medication for control during the period on appeal.

The deciding factor: The Veteran's hypertension did not meet the schedular criteria for a rating of 10 percent or higher under Diagnostic Code 7101 due to lack of evidence supporting diastolic pressure predominantly 100 or more, systolic pressure predominantly 160 or more, or a history of such.

Claimed conditions

hypertension (high blood pressure)

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

December 18, 2025

Citation

A25109306

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