High blood pressure and sleep apnea

Question:

I am sleep apnea service-connected already but have high blood pressure and been taking meds for several years now that the VA has prescribed. What would constitute that my hypertension be approved as a secondary to the sleep apnea? I have a scheduled exam by OTC this Friday and was wondering what not to say and what to say

Jim's Reply:

I don't think there's anything at all you can say. Prior to the exam you can research on the Internet but to be honest, I don't find much that supports what you're saying.To propose such a secondary connection will likely require an IMO by an expert disability physician if you can find someone who agrees with your theory. Click here for information.