PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) decisions — 2014

The Board has determined that the Veteran's bilateral hearing loss is related to his active service, but his acquired psychiatric disorder (to include PTSD) is not. The claim for an acquired psychiatric disorder to include PTSD is denied.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded to obtain additional medical records and for further development. The issues of service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, other than a psychoneurotic reaction, depressive reaction, to include PTSD, and hypertension are pending.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development, including a new VA examination to assess the severity of his PTSD and an evaluation of his TDIU claim.

The Veteran's PTSD has been rated at the highest available rating of 70 percent since September 12, 2014. The VA found that his symptoms have not worsened to warrant a higher rating.

The Veteran's PTSD is rated at 70 percent since March 4, 2014, with a history of staged ratings. The appeal for an increased evaluation remains pending.

The Veteran's PTSD is rated at 70 percent prior to January 19, 2010 and the Board granted a rating of 70 percent effective on that date.

The Veteran's PTSD has been rated at 50 percent since November 15, 2010. This rating reflects the significant functional impairment caused by his symptoms.

The Veteran's PTSD with secondary depressive disorder is currently rated at 30 percent prior to September 13, 2011. The rating has been granted but the Veteran seeks a higher evaluation.

The Veteran's PTSD is currently rated at 50 percent, and the Board has granted a 70 percent rating effective from November 17, 2014. The Veteran also meets criteria for TDIU as of that date.

The Veteran's claim for an increased rating for his anxiety disorder, claimed as PTSD, is being remanded due to the need for clarification of medical records and a new examination.

The Veteran's appeal has been withdrawn by his authorized representative prior to the Board issuing a decision.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, to include PTSD, is being remanded due to the need for additional development and review of relevant medical records.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD was denied as there is no current diagnosis of PTSD sufficient for VA compensation purposes.

The Veteran's PTSD resulted in total occupational and social impairment, with symptoms including violent outbursts, auditory hallucinations, suicidal ideation, and inability to maintain personal hygiene. These symptoms have been present throughout the appeals period.

The Board has ordered additional development due to the need for clarification of the Veteran's psychiatric diagnoses and their relationship to his military service. The case will be returned to the RO for further review.

The Veteran's PTSD and depression have resulted in significant occupational and social impairment, including difficulty with relationships, work performance, and daily activities. The symptoms have been present since his return from Iraq.

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

The Veteran is granted an effective date of March 27, 2008 for the award of Total Disability Rating Based on Individual Unemployability (TDIU) due to service-connected PTSD and headaches.

The Board has determined that new and material evidence has been received to reopen the previously denied claims of service connection for the cause of the Veteran's death, entitlement to death pension benefits, and legal entitlement to accrued benefits. The case is REMANDED for additional development.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's bilateral hearing loss was not incurred during service and is not related to service. The claim for an initial disability rating higher than 50 percent for PTSD remains denied.