PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) decisions — 2004

The Board granted a 100 percent disability evaluation for PTSD prior to April 29, 1998 due to the appellant's isolation and inability to maintain employment.

The veteran's claim for an increased evaluation of service-connected PTSD is being remanded due to the need to obtain additional medical records and ensure compliance with VCAA requirements.

The Board has affirmed the denial of service connection for a psychiatric disorder, to include PTSD. The case was remanded due to the veteran's combat status and the need to verify specific stressors.

The Board granted a 70 percent rating for PTSD effective August 9, 2001 and awarded TDIU based on the veteran's service-connected PTSD. The case was remanded due to other issues.

The veteran's claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, to include PTSD, and a compensable evaluation for his skin disorder were denied. The Board found that the evidence did not support a finding of service connection based on direct service connection.

The VA denied the veteran's claim for an increased disability rating for his service-connected PTSD, currently rated at 70 percent.

The Board has determined that the veteran's PTSD is due to his verified in-service stressors and grants service connection for this disability.

The Board found that any current psychiatric disorders, including PTSD and Bipolar Disorder, are unrelated to the veteran's period of service.

The Board has decided to reopen the veteran's claims for service connection for a psychiatric disorder other than PTSD and for an increased rating for nephritis with hypertension. However, further development is needed before these claims can be adjudicated on their merits.

The veteran withdrew his appeal for all issues, including PTSD and the rating of cold injury residuals.

The veteran's claim for service connection for post-traumatic stress disorder was denied due to lack of verifiable in-service stressor. The left knee and foot disabilities were evaluated based on the current schedular criteria, with no additional extraschedular consideration granted.

The Board denied the veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD, finding that there was no evidence of a current diagnosis and that his symptoms did not meet the criteria for PTSD.

The Board has remanded the case due to incomplete evidence and need for further examination. The veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD is pending.

The Board has determined that the veteran's PTSD is related to his service, specifically the ship collision in which a few sailors were killed. The evidence supports this conclusion and resolves doubt in favor of the veteran.

The Board has remanded the case due to incomplete information and evidence, including a need for verification of an in-service stressor and additional treatment records. The veteran is asked to provide any relevant details and authorization for obtaining missing records.

The veteran's PTSD results in mild symptoms, but does not meet the criteria for a higher evaluation as it does not cause significant occupational and social impairment.

The veteran's PTSD is manifested by symptoms including flashbacks, nightmares, and difficulty concentrating. The Board has determined that a 50 percent disability rating for PTSD is warranted.

The Board dismissed the appeal of the issues of entitlement to compensation under 38 U.S.C.A. § 1151 for chronic prostatitis and right arm discoloration, as the appellant withdrew these issues prior to the Board entering a decision.

The veteran's claim for an increased evaluation of his service-connected anxiety reaction is being remanded due to the need for additional development, including obtaining medical records and conducting a VA examination.

The case is being remanded for further action, including scheduling a personal hearing at the RO before a Veterans Law Judge.