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The INITIAL diagnosis of hypertension or isolated systolic hypertension must be confirmed by readings taken 2 or more times on at least 3 different days. Blood pressure results may be obtained from existing medical records or through scheduled visits for blood pressure measurements.
Review the existing records provided by VA and/or available in Veterans Benefits Management System (VBMS); and
After Your Exam
DC 7520: If half or more of thepenis is removed, then it is rated 30%.This condition can also be rated under the urinary rating systemif that can result in a higher rating than 30%. Be prepared to discuss the medical diagnosis of your disability, any subjective symptoms of your disability that are in your STRs, as well as the logical link or connection between your current disability and your active duty military service—the Nexus.
TheVA 5 year ruleallows the VA to reevaluate your existing VA disability ratingwithin 5 years of your initial examination, if and only if, your disability condition is expected to show material improvement over time. If you don’t require the daily use of braces or a walker, don’t just pull them out for your C&P exam. Do what you would normally do. You can qualify for compensation if your knee condition is due to your time in the service, or you can prove your duty worsened a pre-existing knee condition. However, you must provide a VA service connection by aggravation to prove your disability worsened due to active duty. TheVA 5 year ruleallows the VA to reevaluate your existing VA disability ratingwithin 5 years of your initial examination, if and only if, your disability condition is expected to show material improvement over time. VA 10 Year Rule Explained:The #1 best way to increase your VA rating for high blood pressure is to have medical evidence showing the worsening of your symptoms over time. Can I Get a VA Rating for Hypertension?