PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) decisions — 2016

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development to determine the current severity of his service-connected hearing loss, PTSD, and right knee disabilities.

The Board found that the Veteran's right knee disability did not begin during service or was otherwise caused by her active duty. The claim for PTSD was also denied as there is no evidence linking the current condition to service.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's acquired psychiatric disability, including PTSD, major depressive disorder, and dysthymic disorder, is related to military sexual trauma experienced during service. As such, the claim for service connection is granted.

The Veteran's claim for an initial disability rating in excess of 30 percent for posttraumatic stress disorder is being remanded due to the submission of additional medical evidence. The RO must attempt to procure all relevant records and provide the Veteran with a supplemental statement of the case.

The Veteran's appeal for an earlier effective date for the award of service connection for PTSD was dismissed as a freestanding claim, since he did not timely file a motion alleging CUE or seeking reconsideration.

The Veteran's shell fragment wound to the muscle residuals was found to be moderately severe in nature, warranting a 30 percent disability rating.

The Board found that the Veteran's disability picture does not meet the criteria for a PTSD diagnosis under DSM-IV, and thus denied his claim for service connection for PTSD.

The Veteran's current PTSD was incurred in service and the Board finds service connection for PTSD has been established.

The Veteran's claims for service connection were denied. The Board found no evidence of ischemic heart disease due to herbicide exposure, but granted service connection for hypertensive heart disease. Other claims were either not addressed or denied.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including PTSD, migraine headaches, thoracolumbar spine disability, and other conditions, render her unable to secure or follow substantially gainful employment. The Board grants a TDIU from January 12, 2005.

The Veteran's PTSD has been found to cause significant occupational and social impairment, warranting a 70% disability rating.

The Veteran's current diagnosis of PTSD is related to a verified in-service stressor, and the Board finds that service connection for PTSD should be granted.

The Board found that the Veteran's PTSD did not manifest during active service and there was no credible supporting evidence of an in-service stressor. Therefore, the claim for service connection for PTSD is denied.

The Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorder, including MDD, PTSD, and panic disorder, is found to be related to his military service. His coronary artery disease and hypertension are also found to be related to his military service.

The Board has determined that a new examination is needed to determine if the Veteran meets the diagnostic criteria for PTSD and whether any psychiatric disability is related to service. The case will be returned to the Board after completion of this development.

The Board has remanded the case for additional development including obtaining VA treatment records and scheduling a new VA examination.

The Veteran's appeal is remanded due to the need for additional development of his PTSD claim, including obtaining VA treatment records and scheduling a new examination. The TDIU claim is also inextricably intertwined with the PTSD claim.

The Veteran's claims for service connection and increased ratings were denied. The Board found no evidence of a current disability in most cases, with the exception of chronic rhinosinusitis.

The Veteran's PTSD and anxiety disorder have been granted service connection. The left knee disability claim is pending.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded due to scheduling issues for a Travel Board hearing. The maximum rating for PTSD has not been assigned, and the initial noncompensable rating for bilateral hearing loss remains in place.