Depression Board decisions

The Veteran's PTSD and MDD were granted a 50% rating for the period prior to May 4, 2015. The claim for a higher rating was denied as of May 4, 2015.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for PTSD and an acquired psychiatric disorder (other than PTSD), to include depression and/or anxiety, finding that there is no credible evidence verifying the claimed in-service stressors. The issues have been remanded for further development.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for major depressive disorder and posttraumatic stress disorder was granted. The claims for tinea pedis, respiratory disability (including chronic bronchitis, COPD, and other respiratory pathology related to pulmonary eosinophilic granulomatosis and obstructive sleep apnea), foot disability other than tinea pedis, upper extremity diabetic neuropathy, and right knee disability are still pending and need further examination.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for obstructive sleep apnea and a stroke, as well as his claim for TDIU due to inadequate opinions in previous VA examinations.,Specifically, the Board requested an addendum opinion on the etiology of the Veteran’s sleep apnea, addressing whether it is at least as likely as not caused or aggravated by any service-connected conditions.

The Veteran's service-connected unspecified depressive disorder has been granted a disability rating of 70 percent for the entire period on appeal, with symptoms including suicidal ideations, near continuous depression affecting function, and impairment in concentration and attention.

The Board has remanded the claim for an examination and opinion regarding service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, specifically depressive disorder. The examiner provided a negative nexus opinion on the relationship between the Veteran's service-connected hypertension and his current depressive disorder.

The Board has remanded the cases for further development and clarification regarding the Veteran's bipolar disorder, including whether it is related to service. The TDIU claim is also being remanded.

The Veteran's MDD was granted an initial rating of 70 percent, effective December 19, 2012.,The Veteran's headaches were denied a higher than 30 percent rating.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence regarding the Veteran's claimed psychiatric disorders, including PTSD and bipolar disorder. The Veteran must be provided with a VA examination to determine the nature and etiology of his diagnosed conditions.

The Veteran's service-connected unspecified depressive and anxiety disorders with alcohol use disorder are rated at 70 percent since October 22, 2018. The Board also granted a TDIU effective from February 7, 2019.

The Veteran's PTSD with MDD symptoms began in March 2007, the date of his initial claim. The Board granted an effective date of March 16, 2007 for service connection.

The Board denied service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, finding that the Veteran did not have a current disability and that any diagnosed conditions are not related to service. The decision also denied service connection for cocaine, cannabis, and alcohol use disorders.

The Veteran's PTSD with obsessive compulsive disorder, major depressive disorder, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is rated at 70 percent, but no higher. The decision also denied the claim for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability due to service-connected disabilities.

The Board has granted service connection for the Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorders, including persistent depressive disorder. The evidence shows that her current conditions are related to her military service.

The Board has remanded the claim for service connection for acquired psychiatric disability due to additional development being required. The VA examiner is asked to provide opinions on whether any of the diagnosed disabilities were caused or aggravated by the Veteran's service, including his service-connected low back disability and opioid use disorder.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for psychiatric disorders, sleep disorders, and musculoskeletal conditions have been denied. The Board found no evidence of a current disability related to the claimed in-service events or exposures.

Service connection for an acquired psychiatric disability, including General Anxiety Disorder, Dysthymic Disorder, and Persistent Depressive Disorder, is granted.,Service connection for right hand scars is granted.

The Veteran's PTSD with depression has not manifested as total occupational and social impairment, but the Board finds that his disability does not warrant a higher initial rating than 70 percent.

The Board has granted service connection for Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) throughout the appeal period, finding that the Veteran's symptoms are associated with his PTSD and not distinct/separate diagnoses.

The Veteran's appeal was denied as his recurrent major depressive disorder did not meet the criteria for a rating in excess of 70 percent.