PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) decisions — 2010

The Veteran's PTSD resulted in some impairment in social functioning and generally mild symptoms, warranting a 30 percent evaluation prior to March 9, 2006. From March 1, 2003 through March 11, 2009, the Veteran experienced moderate to severe symptoms, qualifying for a 50 percent evaluation. Since March 12, 2009, his PTSD has resulted in severe symptoms, warranting a 70 percent evaluation.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's atrial fibrillation/flutter is not secondary to his service-connected PTSD, and there is insufficient evidence to establish a low back disorder as related to his military service.

The Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorders, including PTSD, psychosis, and anxiety disorder, are found to be related to his military service. Service connection is granted for these conditions.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD has been granted by the RO in a May 2010 rating decision, making the original claim moot.

The Board has remanded the case due to incomplete development of evidence regarding the Veteran's claimed in-service stressors and unit history. The Veteran is asked to provide specific details about his stressful events, including dates, times, and locations.

The Board has granted service connection for PTSD based on a personal assault during military service, with the diagnosis of PTSD supported by evidence from sources other than the Veteran's service records.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities do not prevent him from securing and following substantially gainful employment.

The Board has remanded the case for further development, including a VA examination to determine whether the Veteran's current PTSD diagnosis is based on verified stressors and if there is a link between his military service and his PTSD.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for an extraschedular evaluation and TDIU based on his service-connected PTSD. The criteria for both claims were not met.

The Veteran's anxiety disorder is found to be related to his service in Vietnam, and the claim for service connection is granted.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's PTSD is incurred during his active duty service and grants the claim for service connection.

The Board has remanded the case due to the need for additional evidence and a VA psychiatric examination.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder and plantar fasciitis of the left foot are being remanded due to incomplete development. The VA examiner is requested to provide more detailed opinions regarding the etiology of these conditions.

The Veteran's PTSD is currently rated at 70 percent disabling, effective September 28, 2007. The Board finds that the evidence does not support a higher rating for this period.

The Veteran's PTSD was not shown to cause significant occupational and social impairment, warranting a rating of no more than 50 percent.

The Veteran died from Acute Myelocytic Leukemia. The Board found that the service-connected conditions did not play a role in his death, but requested an opinion on whether they aggravated the AML.

The Veteran claims service connection for PTSD related to a personal assault during military service. Her claim is remanded due to incomplete records and the need for further examination.

The Veteran's PTSD was denied as his symptoms did not meet the criteria for a higher rating, and service connection for a left foot scar and low back disability were also denied.

The Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorders, including PTSD, chronic depression, and bipolar disorder, were not incurred in or aggravated by active service.

The Veteran's appeal is remanded due to the need for additional development and consideration of new evidence, including a supplemental opinion on the nature and etiology of his right knee bursitis.