PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) decisions — 2011

The Veteran's PTSD is currently rated at 30 percent, effective from the date of his claim. The Board finds that a higher rating to 50 percent is warranted.

The Board has granted a 50 percent rating for PTSD as of June 1, 2007, based on the severity and impairment caused by the Veteran's symptoms.

The Veteran's PTSD is rated at 50 percent, and the Board has determined that a higher rating of 70 percent is warranted based on the severity of his symptoms.

The Veteran does not have a diagnosis of PTSD or depression, and therefore service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder is denied.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings for PTSD and cervical spondylosis, as well as reopening a previously denied claim of lumbar spine disability, are being remanded due to the need for further development.

The Board has remanded the case for further development and examination, including verification of a stressor related to enemy fire during service. The Veteran's claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, to include PTSD, is now before the RO.

The Board has determined that service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including anxiety disorder, depressive disorder, and PTSD, is granted. The Veteran's current diagnoses are related to his reported in-service sexual trauma.

The Board has determined that additional development is needed to obtain the Veteran's complete treatment records and to address his claims for service connection. The case will be returned to the RO/AMC for further action.

The Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorder, including anxiety disorder, PTSD, and depressive disorder, has been characterized by symptoms such as anxiety, depression, problems sleeping, social avoidance, nightmares, and flashbacks. The Board finds that the criteria for a higher disability rating have not been met.

The Veteran's PTSD was initially granted and assigned a 30 percent rating effective from November 5, 2007. The current appeal is about whether an increased rating beyond the initial 30 percent should be granted.

The Veteran's PTSD is currently rated at 30 percent, reflecting occupational and social impairment with reduced reliability and productivity.

The Board found that the evidence does not relate an acquired psychiatric disability, other than PTSD, to the Veteran's time in service and denied his claim.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD, finding that there is no clear and unmistakable evidence to rebut the presumption of soundness at entry into service. The preponderance of the evidence does not support a finding that PTSD was incurred or aggravated by active service.

The Board found that the Veteran's diagnosed PTSD is not related to a verified in-service stressor and denied his claim for service connection.

The Veteran's PTSD is currently rated at 50 percent from January 11, 2007. The Board finds that the evidence supports a finding of moderate impairment due to symptoms such as intrusive thoughts and occasional thoughts of suicide.

The Veteran's PTSD and Adjustment Disorder with Anxiety and Depression are due to his service, and the Board has granted service connection for these conditions.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD, anxiety disorder, and depressive disorder is being remanded due to the need for additional development including a VA psychiatric examination.

The Board found no evidence of a chronic respiratory disorder or PTSD related to service and denied both claims.

The Veteran is granted an effective date of August 6, 2003, for the award of service connection for PTSD and depressive disorder. He is also granted a TDIU based on his service-connected disabilities.

The Veteran is service-connected for PTSD and duodenal ulcer disease, with a combined rating of 70% before November 17, 2006. His PTSD was rated as 50% disabling prior to this date and as 100% thereafter. The Board finds that the preponderance of evidence shows that he is unable to secure and maintain substantially gainful employment due to his service-connected PTSD.