PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) decisions — 2006

The Board denied service connection for a psychiatric disorder, including PTSD in August 1986. The decision was based on the absence of evidence of a chronic psychiatric disorder in service or until many years thereafter.

The veteran's PTSD is rated at 50 percent effective June 1, 2005. The appeal for a higher rating prior to that date has been granted.

The Board denied a rating higher than 30 percent for PTSD prior to October 30, 1995.

The VA determined that the veteran's PTSD does not warrant an evaluation in excess of 30 percent, as his symptoms do not meet the criteria for a higher rating under the applicable diagnostic code.

The Board found that the veteran's PTSD did not warrant an evaluation in excess of 50 percent, as he failed to appear for a scheduled VA examination.

The Board has granted service connection for PTSD. The veteran's current diagnosis of PTSD is linked to verified in-service stressors, and the medical evidence supports this finding.

The VA denied the veteran's claim for an initial evaluation in excess of 50 percent for PTSD, finding that his symptoms align with a 50 percent rating.

The Board has determined that the effective dates for service connection of the veteran's claimed disabilities cannot be earlier than March 22, 2001 as no claims were received prior to this date.

The Board has granted service connection for PTSD, right ear hearing loss, and tinnitus. Service connection was also granted for diabetes mellitus Type 2 as secondary to exposure to Agent Orange. The veteran's hypertension is not service connected.

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

The Board denied the appellant's request for an apportionment of the veteran's compensation benefits as she was not receiving any VA benefits at the time her application was received and she was no longer married to the veteran after their divorce.

The Board found that the veteran's erectile dysfunction was not related to service and denied his claim for service connection.,The Board also found that the veteran's PTSD did not have a link to in-service stressors and denied his claim for service connection.

The Board has granted an effective date of April 1, 1993 for the grant of service connection for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence of a verified in-service stressor for PTSD. The veteran's claim will be reconsidered after further development and verification.

The veteran's service-connected disabilities, including PTSD and multiple knee issues, render him unable to work in other than marginal or part-time employment.

The veteran's mental health conditions do not meet the criteria for special monthly pension by reason of needing regular aid and attendance or being housebound.

The Board has remanded the case for additional development of evidence, including obtaining information from USASCRUR and examining the veteran's service records to determine if he was exposed to a stressor in service that could support a PTSD diagnosis.

The Board has determined that the veteran's PTSD does not more nearly approximate total occupational and social impairment, warranting a higher initial rating than the current 70 percent assigned. The evidence shows symptoms consistent with a 70 percent disability rating.

The Board found that the veteran's post-traumatic stress disorder was not incurred in active service due to a lack of evidence confirming an in-service stressful event and no credible supporting evidence for the claimed stressor.