Anxiety Board decisions

The veteran's claim for an increased rating for conversion disorder with anxiety features is being remanded due to the need for additional medical records and a new examination.

The veteran's claims for an increased evaluation of his generalized anxiety disorder and a TDIU are being remanded due to the need for additional development under the Veterans Claims Assistance Act (VCAA).

The veteran's claim for an increased rating for his service-connected generalized anxiety disorder is being remanded due to the need for additional development and notification under the Veterans Claims Assistance Act of 2000.

The Board found that the veteran's anxiety disorder and PTSD were not incurred in or aggravated by active service, and denied both claims.

The Board has granted an increased rating for the veteran's service-connected generalized anxiety disorder and found that he meets the criteria for a 30 percent disability rating. The claim for service connection for prurigo nodularis was denied as there is no evidence of exposure to herbicide agents, and the condition did not develop within one year after separation from service.

The Board has determined that the veteran's current headache disorder, anxiety disorder, bilateral hearing loss, and tinnitus are all service-connected as they are linked to his inservice head injury.

The Board previously denied the veteran's claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including post-traumatic stress disorder, dysthymic disorder, major depression, and anxiety disorder. The case is being remanded due to a previous Joint Motion for Partial Remand by the parties.

The Board has determined that the veteran's generalized anxiety disorder and PTSD warrant a 100 percent evaluation, reflecting severe impairment in work, social, and other areas.

The veteran's appeal of the CUE in four rating decisions is dismissed without prejudice to refiling.

The Board finds that the veteran's chronic acquired psychiatric disorder, variously diagnosed as Generalized Anxiety Disorder and non-combat PTSD, is related to his active service.

The Board has decided to remand the case for additional development, including obtaining private medical records and Social Security Administration (SSA) records. A VA psychiatric examination is also required.

The Board dismissed the appeal for an increased rating for anxiety disorder due to withdrawal by the appellant. The claim of service connection for bilateral hearing loss was reopened based on new and material evidence provided since the last final denial in October 1988.

The VA denied the veteran's claims for a higher rating for her anxiety disorder and for a TDIU based on her service-connected disability. The VA found that her anxiety disorder did not warrant a rating in excess of 30 percent, and determined she was not unemployable solely due to her service-connected condition.

The Board has remanded the case for further evidentiary development, including a VA medical examination to determine the true classification of psychiatric disorders and when they first manifested. The claim will be adjudicated again based on the new evidence.

The Board has remanded the case due to a failure to comply with VCAA notice and duty-to-assist provisions. The appellant's claim for service connection for the cause of her husband's death is being reviewed, but further development is required.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for service connection for the cause of his death and basic eligibility for non-service connected pension benefits, finding that the appellant did not file timely applications and lacked legal entitlement to these benefits.

The Board has granted a 50 percent rating for the veteran's anxiety disorder, but denied his claim for a TDIU rating due to the current severity of his condition.

The Board denied an earlier effective date for the grant of special monthly compensation based on the need for aid and attendance, finding that February 21, 1997 was the appropriate effective date.

The Board denied the veteran's claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including depression, anxiety, and impulse control disorder, finding no evidence of a chronic condition during or after service.

The veteran's anxiety with agoraphobia is currently rated at 30 percent, reflecting moderate impairment in social and occupational functioning.