What to Expect in a Hypertension C&P Exam | VA Disability

In the video Leah a former US Army physician assistant and compensation and pension (C&P) examiner, provides insights into the C&P exam for hypertension, often known as high blood pressure. She clarifies that hypertension is defined as having a sustained systolic pressure of 140 or above, or a diastolic pressure over 90, and discusses prehypertension levels. Leah explains that veterans may seek service connection for hypertension if diagnosed during service, if it's aggravated by another service-connected disability, or due to specific exposures like Agent Orange for Vietnam veterans.
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[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Thank you so much for the opportunity sir!

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[@manuelsalazar1497]

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[@prestigeveteranmedical]

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[@rkw1rkw192]

I'm now using your services to address my back and sleep apnea issues. I'll see how that goes and then move on to my HBP and hips. Great video, Leah!

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Thank you for the opportunity sir and thank you for watching

[@marby.]

Did it work?

[@jollygreen4662]

I submitted and showed the CP my 3 documented blood pressure exams within 1-2 years. Medication of hypertension pills And c&p took a blood pressure test at the spot And STR stating high blood pressure

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Best of luck to you and thank you for watching

[@jollygreen4662]

@@prestigeveteranmedical SC 0% (that's a win) cuz I secondary CAD, kidney, gout, UI, and other things that added a lot of %

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

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[@juleskinkead4604]

my primary doctor who is treating me for high blood pressure since 2008 has me do a blood pressure diary twice a year covering one week, doing 2 readings per day at same time and she puts it in my va health record. My high blood pressure began in 1988 after a pneumonectomy and have been on medication since then. Blood pressure can be high on a situational basiis, like for some going to the dentist..Me.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I am sorry to hear this sir. Thank you for watching

[@garyfeltman4482]

I believe they have a term for that. It's called white coat syndrome. I do the same thing.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Sorry to hear this sir. Thank you for watching @@garyfeltman4482

[@donRSHstatechamps]

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[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Glad it was helpful! =-)

[@firstinfantry7722]

My c and p exam consisted of taking my blood pressure twice, no questions and see you later thank you for your service. A month later VA says denied.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I am very sorry to hear this sir. Thank you for watching

[@rodericktaylor3001]

My C&P examiner told me you definitely have an issue with bp and it's extremely high and about a month later I was denied because it's not service connected 😅😅

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Sorry to hear this sir @@rodericktaylor3001

[@rickybrown8104]

We're you diagnosed and were you on medication?

[@damienbell3155]

@@rodericktaylor3001 that’s what I’m guessing my outcome will be. I just had my exam a week ago. Lol

[@vincevincent5195]

My C&P examiner told me they didn’t need my readings and that the HP reading while on active duty could have been “a one off” hence she said it wasn’t service connected although I’m diagnosed with it now but wasn’t while on active duty

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I am sorry to hear this. Thank you for watching

[@jn7420]

I lived in agent orange in Vietnam and have been fighting hypertention for many years. The VA dianosed me with hypertention, the VA gave me meds for hypertention and when I drove many miles for my C&P the VA toild me I did NOT have hypetension.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I am very sorry to hear this sir. Thank you for watching

[@jn7420]

@@bigsasha500 If I do, I will stop taking my meds ,as well.

[@damienbell3155]

Wow when I had to go into the ER my BP was 257/124 now a yr and a half later it stays around 150’s / 70’s pulse 60

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Oh my that is very high. Take care of yourself sir!

[@stormvet91]

Please answer the comments. Th s

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

What specifically are you looking for an answer for?

[@carlosroque3382]

Hi I have a claim for anxiety and insomnia for a secondary for tinnitus I have send a C&P exam for a anxiety what happens with insomnia that diferentes

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

They will basically go over the same DBQ. Best of luck to you

[@romulodejesus6401]

Do they check and rate my high blood pressure while I’m taking my medication? Because with the medication my high blood pressure is controlled.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

You would want to discuss that with a legal Professional

[@davidhodges4542]

Question: I was diagnosed with hypertension in 2003 (this has been documented over the years). If I am not on my medications, my BP runs 160 over 110. On the day of my C&P exam, my BP was perfect (110/83), and I took my medications that morning. Will this impact my results on the C&P exam?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I’m not sure sir possibly. It just depends on the numbers they record on your DBQ

[@Wink527]

Can I take my own BP (I have my own BP device) or does it have to be done by a medical professional?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Hi sir these recording are generally performed by medical professionals

[@bdemarse1]

I have an exam for hypertension. I am currently taking 2 medications and a breakthrough medication as needed . Am i supposed to stop taking them for the exam? if not I likely won’t be as high but couldn’t that be dangerous if Instop .

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Hi sir you would want to discuss this with a legal professional and your doctor

[@Soy_Papa_L]

What did you end up doing?

[@charlieboy808]

Why does the VA define hypertension as a diastolic of 90 but you only get a rating if the diastolic is 100 or greater? I've been watching your videos and haven't found this answer. Thank you

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I am not sure sir that is a great question. You may want to check with a legal professional on this.

[@russellandreasen2682]

Question related to the criteria used by the VA to determine HBP. The systolic and diastolic pressured by the VA or not in step with the Mayo Clinic, American Heart Association, The Cleveland Clinic guidelines all show Systolic and Diastolic pressures lower than the VA as outlined in 38CFR. Why is the VA so determined to use what I consider outdated guidelines in determining HBP?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I do not think that is what they use to determine high blood pressure. It is what they use to determine COMPENSABLE high blood pressure. Does that clarify?

[@russellandreasen2682]

Thanks

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Thank you for watching @@russellandreasen2682

[@DJMegaMarley]

Hello. I have Sys ranges (135-150) & Dia Ranges (95-125) 3 readings 110-120 (Dia) 1 Reading 120+ (Dia) All recorded over a week & 5 mins apart. What percentage could I qualify for?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I am not sure about that sir. You will want to follow up with legal professional about ratings

[@DJMegaMarley]

@@prestigeveteranmedical ok thanks

[@tomatencio9223]

I have been on medication for hypertension that was diagnosed by the VA and have a prescription for it from the VA. Yet I filed a claim and it was approved but I got $0. So hypertension is not worth filing a claim for!!!

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I am sorry to hear this sir. Thank you for watching

[@barryN69]

Hi. I suffer w sc tinnitus headaches and depression. My BP has been 150s over 90 recently. Is that viable to file secondary ? I understand a nexus is required. Thank you !

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

Hi sir I am sorry to hear this. Many people are service connected for Hypertension as a secondary. Of course every case is unique to the individual veteran. Best of luck to you and keep us posted!

[@johnreilly7956]

Why are the VA numbers different from the American Heart Accoc.numbers?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

They are not

[@genebarnes6108]

I had a VSO file a Hypertension claim last month and a month later I had C&P for Hypertension but the day prior I called six different numbers to the VA and no one could tell me the C&P exam was for hypertension. I only found right when I sat down for the C&P exam. Is there a reason no one could tell me what the exam was for?

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I’m not really sure about that sir. Have you checked with your VSO?

[@genebarnes6108]

I will ,thank you for the quick reply.

[@derrickwilliams161]

I HAD SYSTOLIC PREASER OF 100 OR MORE AND DIS

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I am sorry to hear this sir. Thank you for watching

[@vietnamvet4533]

Yea let me tell you what really happens they take your blood pressure the VA that is, you send them records from you current doctor, they send you for a C&P exam you get an award of Zero. Why is that well you have been on high blood pressure medication both prescribed by the VA and you doctors for the last 30 years. So yes it is under control, yes the Lipitor is working very well, sorry they never take that into account, been there 2x times an still get a zero.

[@prestigeveteranmedical]

I am sorry to hear this sir. Thank you for watching