Depression decisions — 2019

The Veteran's appeal for an increased disability rating for PTSD with alcohol abuse was denied, and the issue of TDIU due to service-connected disabilities is remanded.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claim for an acquired psychiatric condition due to a duty to assist error and inadequate VA examination. The case is now pending for further development.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for cellulitis of the bilateral lower extremities and chronic fatigue syndrome have been dismissed. The claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disability to include anxiety, depressive disorder, and PTSD has been remanded.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient medical opinions regarding the Veteran's claimed psychiatric disorders and their relationship to his in-service experiences. The VA is instructed to obtain new evidence and provide a comprehensive examination.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorders, including major depressive disorder and anxiety, are at least as likely as not secondary to her service-connected right wrist disability. As such, the claim for service connection is granted.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for PTSD, Major Depressive Disorder with Panic Disorder, and Stomach Problems due to insufficient evidence. The Veteran needs a VA examination to determine if his psychiatric conditions are related to in-service personal assault and exposure to contaminants at Camp Lejeune.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for a psychiatric disorder, including PTSD and depression, is being remanded due to the need for additional medical examination. The previous denial was based on lack of evidence of a diagnosed condition in service.

The Veteran's PTSD is rated at a 70 percent rating, effective May 15, 2019. The decision also granted TDIU based on the service-connected PTSD.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence regarding whether the appellant has a current diagnosis of major depressive disorder or unipolar disorder that is related to service, particularly given his in-service diagnosis and post-service treatment records.

The Veteran's claim for a compensable rating for bilateral hearing loss was withdrawn.,Service connection for back disability and depression were granted, but the case is remanded due to new evidence.

The Board has granted the Veteran's claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including depressive and nightmare disorders. The evidence shows that these conditions had their onset in service.

The Veteran's PTSD and Major Depressive Disorder are currently rated at 70 percent, effective from March 31, 2010. The Veteran is also granted a TDIU based on his service-connected disabilities.

The Veteran's claims for right thigh condition, residuals of laceration on right cornea, concussion with hematoma, right shoulder arthritis, pinched nerve condition, memory loss, PTSD, and depression have been granted. The Veteran's claim for an initial evaluation in excess of 20 percent for back condition prior to October 6, 2014, and in excess of 40 percent thereafter is remanded. The Veteran's claim for a total disability rating on the basis of individual unemployability (TDIU) is also remanded.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including depression secondary to a low back disability and sleep apnea secondary to depression. Additional development is needed, including obtaining medical opinions and potentially VA examinations.

The Board has remanded the case due to conflicting medical opinions regarding the Veteran's PTSD and its relationship to service, as well as whether her psychiatric disorders are related to her service-connected heart condition.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to insufficient evidence regarding the Veteran's claimed acquired psychiatric disabilities, specifically PTSD and Major Depressive Disorder. The case is being sent back for further examination and verification of in-service stressors.

The Veteran's depressive disorder is granted as service-connected, likely due to his multiple service-connected disabilities.,Right hand, left ankle, right knee, and bilateral shin disabilities are denied as not being related to service.

The Veteran's PTSD with major depressive disorder resulted in occupational and social impairment prior to May 1, 2014. The Board granted a 70 percent rating for this condition.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claim for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU) due to his service-connected disabilities, including PTSD and major depressive disorder. The case is referred to VA’s Director of Compensation and Pension Services for extraschedular consideration.

The Veteran's left thumb scar is granted service connection. The lumbar spine, bilateral foot, and ulcerative colitis conditions are remanded for further examination and opinion. The depression and insomnia issues are also remanded.