PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) decisions — 2005

The Board has determined that the veteran's death was caused by his service-connected PTSD, which aggravated his other conditions. The DIC claim is dismissed as moot due to the grant of service connection for the cause of death. Basic eligibility for Dependents' Educational Assistance under Chapter 35 has been established.

The VA has determined that the veteran's PTSD does not warrant a rating higher than 30 percent, as his symptoms do not meet the criteria for a 50% evaluation under the applicable diagnostic code.

The Board denied the veteran's claim for service connection for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as there was no credible evidence to support the occurrence of the claimed in-service stressors, and thus, the required link between current symptoms and a verified stressor could not be established.

The Board denied the veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD for purposes of accrued benefits, finding that there was no credible evidence to support a diagnosis of PTSD related to his military service.

The Board denied service connection for insomnia, fatigue, and memory loss as these conditions are not related to exposure to herbicides or undiagnosed illnesses in service.

The Board has remanded the case for further development, including verification of stressors and a PTSD examination if combat is confirmed.

The Board denied the veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD, finding that he does not currently manifest this condition.

The Board denied the veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD, finding that there was no competent medical evidence of a current diagnosis of PTSD.

The Board has determined that additional development is necessary regarding the veteran's claims for service connection for a gastrointestinal disability and PTSD. This includes obtaining medical records, conducting examinations, and providing notice of evidentiary requirements.

The veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development, including a VA psychiatric examination to assess the severity of his PTSD.

The veteran is seeking service connection for PTSD, which he claims is related to his military service in Vietnam. The Board has ordered additional development including verification of stressors and a new VA psychiatric examination.

The Board has dismissed the issue of entitlement to an evaluation in excess of 10 percent for a right lower leg scar due to the appellant's request to withdraw from appellate consideration. The veteran's PTSD is being remanded for further examination and rating considerations.

The veteran's appeal is being remanded due to his failure to appear at a scheduled hearing. He will be given the opportunity for another in-person or videoconference hearing.

The Board has determined that the veteran's PTSD is related to her military service and grants her claim for service connection.

The VA determined that the veteran's anxiety disorder with PTSD symptoms is currently manifested by social impairment due to moderate symptoms, and does not meet the criteria for a higher disability rating.

The veteran has been granted service connection for PTSD, which is determined to be the result of disease or injury incurred during active military service.

The Board has determined that additional development is needed for the issues of service connection for PTSD, a stomach condition, and a heart condition. The issue of whether new and material evidence has been submitted to reopen a claim for entitlement to service connection for bilateral hearing loss will also be remanded.

The Board has decided to remand the case for further development due to incomplete documentation and need for additional evidence.

The VA determined that the veteran's PTSD warrants a disability rating of 30 percent for the period prior to February 14, 2004.

The veteran's PTSD is found to be the result of an in-service sexual assault, and service connection for this condition is granted.