Acquired psychiatric disorder Board decisions

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities (psychiatric condition, hypospadias, bilateral hearing loss, and hypertension) have rendered him unable to secure or maintain substantially gainful employment. The Board has granted entitlement to total disability based on individual unemployability.

The appeal was dismissed because the Veteran died during the pendency of the appeal, and there is no jurisdiction to adjudicate the merits of his claims.

Service connection granted for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, MDD, anxiety, and alcohol use disorder.,Service connection denied for hepatitis B.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection due to new and material evidence having been received. The low back disorder and acquired psychiatric disorder (to include depression) are being reviewed again.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for bilateral hearing loss, tinnitus, a sinus condition, and an acquired psychiatric disorder due to his failure to report for scheduled VA examinations without providing good cause.

The Board granted service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, finding that the Veteran's current condition is related to his in-service symptoms and experiences. The claim for PTSD was denied.

The Board has remanded the cases for further development and examination to determine if the Veteran's current symptoms are related to a possible in-service head injury, including headaches, memory loss, seizures, and dizziness.

The Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorder (PTSD) is granted a disability rating of 50 percent, effective November 15, 2018. The right knee disability is remanded for further examination and to obtain relevant records.

The Board dismissed the appeal for service connection of bilateral flat feet due to the appellant's withdrawal. The Board also remanded the claims for service connection for PTSD and TDIU.

The Board denied service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, finding that the Veteran's current mental health issues did not manifest during or as a result of his active military service.,The Board also denied service connection for a right ankle disorder, concluding that there was no evidence of inservice injury and that any current condition is not related to his military service.

The Veteran's appeals for service connection on three different conditions (neurological disorder, PTSD, and lower back disorder) have been dismissed due to the death of the appellant.

The Board has remanded the case due to the need for additional development of the record, including obtaining outstanding VA treatment records and verifying the Veteran's reported stressors.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection due to incomplete medical records and lack of authorization for VA to request private treatment records. The Veteran is requested to provide additional information regarding his in-service motor vehicle accident, post-service employment exposure, and prison medical history.

The Board has remanded the claims for an acquired psychiatric disorder and a right shoulder condition due to new evidence received since previous decisions.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for thrombophilia, anemia, and a psychiatric disorder due to equivocal medical opinions and need for further examination.

The Board has remanded the cases for further development and opinion regarding service connection for various conditions, including a right shoulder disability, bilateral hearing loss, cervical spine disability, and an acquired psychiatric disorder. The Veteran's claims are not currently granted as there is no evidence of a nexus between his current disabilities and his military service.

The Board has remanded several claims, including those for higher ratings for fibromyalgia and a psychiatric disability, as well as the left knee disabilities. The Veteran's claim of service connection for a pain disorder or mood disorder is also inextricably intertwined with his fibromyalgia and psychiatric disability claims.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to insufficient evidence regarding the Veteran's claimed acquired psychiatric disorder, including insomnia. The claim will be reconsidered with a new VA medical opinion.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's tinnitus had its onset during active service and granted service connection for this condition. The remaining issues have been remanded due to insufficient evidence.

The Board has granted service connection for tinnitus, but the cases of right shoulder disorder, acquired psychiatric disorders (including PTSD), and respiratory condition are remanded due to outstanding VA treatment records and need for additional medical opinions.