Acquired psychiatric disorder decisions — 2015

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for further development, including additional VA examinations to address the nature and etiology of his claimed psychiatric disorder, cervical spine, left ankle, right great toe, and left shoulder disabilities.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorder, to include PTSD and depression; migraine headaches; and TMJ are related to her military service. The claims for these conditions have been granted.

The Veteran's claim for an increased rating of service-connected dermatitis was denied. The Board found that the current 30 percent disability rating adequately reflects the severity and symptomatology of his condition.

The Board has determined that new and material evidence has been submitted to reopen the Veteran's claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disability, including PTSD, schizophrenia, major depressive disorder, and anxiety disorder. The Board also found in favor of the Veteran on his claim for service connection, finding that his current diagnosis of these conditions is related to his combat service.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded to obtain additional records and for a new examination. The issues of service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, and the evaluations for bilateral hearing loss prior to December 1, 2010 are being addressed.

The Board has remanded the case for additional development due to new and relevant medical evidence received since the last Supplemental Statement of the Case (SSOC). The Veteran's claims include service connection for various orthopedic, psychiatric, and skin conditions.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for further development, including obtaining VA outpatient treatment records and scheduling the Veteran for a VA eye examination and an appropriate VA psychiatric examination to determine the nature and etiology of his claimed conditions.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for bilateral hearing loss, tinnitus, and an acquired psychiatric disorder (to include PTSD). The claim for a compensable initial rating for his service-connected right leg scar is also denied. The claim for compensation under 38 U.S.C.A. § 1151 for residuals of a lymph node simple biopsy remains pending.

The Veteran's appeal has been dismissed due to the death of the appellant. No decisions were made on any claims.

The Board has remanded the case for further development, including scheduling a new VA examination and obtaining an addendum medical opinion regarding service connection for PTSD, hearing loss, and tinnitus.

The Veteran's appeal has been withdrawn due to the Veteran and his attorney indicating they wish to withdraw their appeals for increased ratings for right knee disabilities and service connection for lumbar spine disc disease and a skin rash. The remaining issue of service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder (including PTSD) is being remanded.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder due to a lack of evidence showing a current disability. The issue of entitlement to service connection for blackouts remains pending as there is insufficient information to determine its status.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's low back disability and acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, are not service-connected.

The Board has granted service connection for left knee osteoarthritis and PTSD. The remaining issues of right knee disorder, back disorder, and alcohol abuse secondary to PTSD are remanded for further development.

The Board has determined that further development is needed to determine if the Veteran has a current psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, and whether it is related to service. The case will be remanded for this purpose.

The Board has ordered additional development due to incomplete or insufficient opinions in the previous remand. The Veteran's claims for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder and a back disorder are being returned for further review.

The Board has remanded the case for further development due to outstanding private treatment records. The Veteran is required to provide contact information for her healthcare providers and submit any available medical records.

The Board denied service connection for a lumbar spine disability and an acquired psychiatric disorder, finding that the evidence did not support a link between these conditions and active military service.

The Veteran's claims for earlier effective dates for service connection and a total rating for paranoid schizophrenia are dismissed as the appeals are not based on an issue of service connection.

The Board has remanded the claims due to inadequate medical opinions and in order to obtain additional records related to PTSD.