PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) decisions — 2014

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities render him so helpless as to be in need of regular aid and attendance, warranting special monthly compensation based on the need for regular aid and attendance.

The Veteran's claim for PTSD was denied as he does not have a current diagnosis of PTSD. The issue regarding the temporary total disability rating due to prostate cancer surgery has been withdrawn by the Veteran. The Veteran's anxiety disorder remains at 50 percent and is pending further review.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for a bilateral shoulder disability, neck condition, and acquired psychiatric disorder (including PTSD and depression). The decision also noted that there was no evidence of current disabilities or in-service injuries related to these conditions.

The Board has determined that the effective date for the grant of service connection for PTSD should be August 4, 2005.

The case is being remanded for further development, including obtaining service treatment records and determining the impact of these records on prior decisions. The Veteran's claim for an increased rating in excess of 50 percent for PTSD and earlier effective date remains under review.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded due to scheduling issues for a Board hearing. Service connection claims for right shoulder disability, bilateral hearing loss, and PTSD are pending.

The Board has remanded the case due to the need for additional development and an addendum VA examination. The Veteran's TDIU claim is part of a larger appeal, including claims for PTSD with depression and migraine headaches.

The Board has remanded the case for further action due to a change in representation and scheduling of a hearing.

The appellant withdrew her appeal seeking service connection for PTSD for accrued benefits purposes.

The Veteran's PTSD has been rated at 70 percent since January 28, 2013, reflecting significant occupational and social impairment.

The Board has remanded the case for further development and examination, including a VA psychiatric examination to determine if the Veteran currently suffers from PTSD or any other diagnosed psychiatric disorder related to service.

The Board has remanded the case due to an incomplete VA examination regarding the Veteran's service connection claim for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including posttraumatic stress disorder and dysthymic disorder. The examiner is requested to provide a complete rationale on whether the Veteran's dysthymic disorder is etiologically related to his active duty service.

The Veteran's PTSD symptoms have caused occupational and social impairment with deficiencies in most areas, warranting a 70% rating. The Veteran's coronary artery disease did not meet the criteria for a higher rating during the period on appeal.

The Veteran's claims for PTSD, low back disability, and hiatal hernia were denied. The Board found that the evidence did not support a higher rating for any of these conditions.

The Board has dismissed the Veteran's appeal for service connection for PTSD due to resolution of his claim. The remaining issue of service connection for a psychiatric disorder other than PTSD is denied as there is no evidence that it is related to military service or any service-connected disability.

The Veteran's PTSD prior to April 12, 2012, resulted in occupational and social impairment with reduced reliability and productivity. The Board found that the symptoms did not meet the criteria for a higher rating.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded to the RO for scheduling a Travel Board hearing at his local VA office. The issues of right ear hearing loss and PTSD disability rating remain unresolved.

The Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorders, including PTSD, depressive disorder, and anxiety disorder, were not incurred in or aggravated by service. The Board found that the claimed stressor was not verified and thus did not meet the criteria for a diagnosis of PTSD.

The Veteran's TDIU claim is remanded for additional development, including an occupational examination to determine if her service-connected conditions prevent her from engaging in substantially gainful employment.

The Board has remanded the case to the AOJ for readjudication of the accrued benefits claims in light of the relevant evidence and governing legal authority.