PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) decisions — 2001

The veteran's claims for service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome and PTSD, as well as a compensable evaluation for her chest scar, were denied. However, the veteran was granted an increased rating for her chest scar.

The Board has determined that the veteran does not have a current diagnosis of left ear hearing loss or PTSD, and thus service connection for these conditions is denied. The dental disorder issue remains pending.

The veteran's service-connected PTSD was granted, and the issue of a compensable rating for his right elbow fracture is also resolved in his favor.

The veteran's PTSD is currently rated at 10 percent, reflecting mild occupational and social impairment.

The Board has remanded the case due to a need for additional development and examination, including obtaining information about potential stressors and PTSD diagnosis.

The veteran's PTSD is currently rated at 30 percent, which is the maximum rating available under VA guidelines. The organic residuals of his frozen feet are each rated at 10 percent.

The VA determined that the veteran's PTSD does not warrant an evaluation in excess of 30 percent, based on symptoms consistent with a moderate level of impairment.

The Board has determined that the veteran's claimed PTSD, low back disability, tinea versicolor, headache disability, left ankle disability, and right ankle disability are not related to service. The VA has made efforts to obtain the veteran's service medical records but was unable to locate them.

The veteran's PTSD, formerly diagnosed as chronic anxiety state, is currently rated at 70 percent disabling. Service connection for hypertension secondary to PTSD has been granted.

The Board of Veterans' Appeals found that the veteran's PTSD and major depression were not incurred in or aggravated by active service, thus denying her claims.

The Board has determined that the veteran has PTSD as a result of his wartime experiences in Vietnam, and service connection for this condition is granted.

The VA granted service connection for PTSD and assigned a 30 percent evaluation, finding that the veteran's symptoms were moderate.

The Board found that the veteran's claimed in-service stressors were insufficient to meet the criteria for a diagnosis of PTSD, and thus denied service connection.

The Board denied the veteran's claims for service connection for bilateral foot fungus, respiratory disorder, chest pain as a chronic disability resulting from an undiagnosed illness, and PTSD. The appeals were based on new evidence that reopened these previously denied claims.

The Board has granted service connection for PTSD and a bipolar disorder effective January 31, 1989. The veteran's current rating of 30 percent for these conditions remains unchanged.

The veteran's PTSD is rated at the highest possible level (100%) due to total social and occupational impairment.

The Board found that the veteran's appeal of the denial of PTSD service connection was not timely filed, and thus denied the claim.

The VA Regional Office denied the veteran's claim of entitlement to service connection for PTSD, stating that her PTSD was not incurred or aggravated during active military service.

The veteran's appeal is to determine if he should receive a higher rating for his bipolar disorder with PTSD, which has already been service-connected. The VA needs to gather more medical records and conduct further examinations before making a decision.

The Board has determined that the veteran's PTSD with secondary alcohol abuse warrants a 50 percent disability rating, effective from May 5, 1999. However, due to new evidence and worsening symptoms, further examination is needed.