Depression decisions — 2025

The veteran's claim for a 100% disability rating for PTSD, cannabis use disorder, and depression was granted effective November 9, 2020. The claim for total disability based on individual unemployability (TDIU) was dismissed.

The veteran's claim for secondary service connection for depression and TDIU was granted. The claims for an earlier effective date for left shoulder disability and service connection for sleep apnea were remanded.

The veteran was granted service connection for several conditions, including unspecified depressive disorder rated at 70%, tinnitus, headaches, hypertension, left and right knee conditions, and total disability due to individual unemployability (TDIU). The claim for an earlier effective date for the depressive disorder and service connection for hearing loss were denied. Claims for GERD, bilateral eye condition, COPD, and lower back disability were remanded.

The Veteran's service connection for delusional disorder, personality type; unspecified anxiety disorder; and unspecified depressive disorder is granted because the conditions began during active service.

The Board dismissed some claims for increased ratings and denied others. It granted a rating of 40 percent for right lower extremity radiculopathy and TDIU from February 5, 2021, through June 9, 2021. The Board also remanded claims for an initial rating in excess of 30 percent for fecal urgency/incontinence and SMC based upon the need for aid and attendance/housebound.

The veteran's appeal for an increased rating for persistent depressive disorder with alcohol use disorder was dismissed because the veteran requested to withdraw the appeal.

The veteran's claim for an earlier effective date for service connection of bruxism was granted from May 10, 2021. The claim for a TDIU rating prior to July 21, 2022 is remanded.

The Board remanded the veteran's claim for service connection for major depressive disorder because a medical examination was not conducted to determine if the condition is related to service.

The Board remanded the veteran's claim for service connection of PTSD, unspecified depressive disorder, and alcohol use disorder. The Board found that the VA did not adequately consider all relevant evidence.

The veteran's service-connected disabilities, including major depressive disorder and physical conditions, prevent him from obtaining or maintaining a substantially gainful occupation. Therefore, the veteran is granted a total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU).

The appeal for service connection of an acquired psychiatric disorder is remanded. The Veteran will have another opportunity to report for VA examinations.

The veteran's service connection for PTSD and MDD was granted with an effective date of September 27, 2021. Other conditions were denied or remanded.

The veteran's service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder, and PTSD, is granted. The decision is based on the Veteran's credible reports and medical evidence.

The appeal was dismissed because the veteran died while it was pending.

The Veteran's claim for service connection of an acquired psychiatric disorder, including major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder, as secondary to chronic pain syndrome and right knee strain has been granted.

Service connection for hyperkalemia is denied. All other issues are remanded for further evaluation.

The veteran's claim for an earlier effective date for service connection of PTSD with MDD was dismissed. The claim for a higher disability rating is being sent back for further review.

The veteran's rating for unspecified depressive disorder is increased to 70% from May 28, 2021.

The veteran's effective date for service connection of psychiatric disorders is granted as August 24, 2020. The rating assignment from August 24, 2020 to November 8, 2021 is remanded.

The veteran's claim for service connection for tension headaches was granted. All other claims were denied or remanded.