The veteran's claims for service connection for hypertension and headaches were denied. An increased rating of 20 percent, but no higher, for right foot pes planus was granted prior to August 10, 2023, and denied on and after that date. Other issues related to ratings and effective dates were also denied or remanded.

The deciding factor: The Board found insufficient evidence to establish a connection between the veteran's hypertension and service, and insufficient evidence of a current disability for headaches.

Claimed conditions

hypertension, headaches, right foot pes planus, amputation of the right 5th toe, amputation of the right 2nd, 3rd, and 4th toes, hallux valgus of the right 1st toe, right foot scars, neuropathy of the right lower extremity, idiopathic neurodegenerative neuromuscular disorder affecting the right shoulder, idiopathic neurodegenerative neuromuscular disorder affecting the left shoulder, right hand issues, left hand issues, mental health issues, insomnia, substance abuse

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

January 24, 2025

Citation

A25006654

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