PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) decisions — 2018

The Veteran's service-connected PTSD is rated at 70 percent, and the Board has granted a TDIU based on his unemployability due to PTSD.

The Veteran's claim for an acquired psychiatric disorder, other than PTSD, is denied as there is no current diagnosis of such a condition. The claims for back and right leg disabilities are pending due to the need for additional examination and opinion. The Veteran's hypertension and heart disability are also denied.

The Veteran's PTSD with alcohol abuse and anxiety disorder is currently rated at 70 percent, effective from September 25, 2016. The Veteran was previously rated as 30 percent for the period prior to this date.

The Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, anxiety and depression, is found to be related to his in-service stressors. Service connection for these conditions is granted.

The Board has determined that service connection for PTSD and testicular cancer is granted as the evidence supports a diagnosis of these conditions and establishes a link to service.

The Veteran's PTSD is rated at 50 percent, effective October 20, 2011. The Board has granted a higher rating to 70 percent for the entire appeal period and awarded TDIU.

The Veteran's claim for PTSD has been granted, and he is now service-connected for this condition. The hearing loss claim remains pending.

The Veteran's PTSD and DM have been rated based on their service-connected status, with the TDIU granted prior to April 6, 2015.,PTSD has been rated at 70 percent for the entire period of appeal.

The Board has determined that additional development is needed to properly adjudicate the Veteran's claims for PTSD and bilateral shoulder disabilities. This includes verifying any claimed stressor events, obtaining medical opinions regarding the nature of his psychiatric conditions, and determining whether his current shoulder disabilities are related to service.

The Board finds that the Veteran has been diagnosed with PTSD due to service and there is a causal relationship between his current symptoms and in-service stressors. Therefore, the claim for service connection for PTSD is granted.

The Board denied an earlier effective date for the grant of service connection for PTSD and MDD, finding that the Veteran's claim was filed on July 10, 2012, which is when he was granted service connection.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development, including scheduling a VA examination to assess the severity of his PTSD and determining if he meets the criteria for TDIU.

The Veteran's claims for service connection have been reopened, but the Board has not determined whether any of these conditions are related to his time at Camp Lejeune. The rating assigned and effective date remain pending.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for further development, including obtaining updated VA treatment records and arranging for a psychiatric evaluation to assess the impact of his PTSD on his employability.

The Veteran's psychiatric disorders of anxiety NOS and depression NOS are due to military service.,Service connection is granted for the Veteran's skin disorder, as it is related to his in-service exposure.

The Veteran's claim for bilateral hearing loss was reopened and granted with a 70% rating. His PTSD also warrants a 70% rating, and he is now eligible for TDIU due to his service-connected disabilities.,PTSD has rendered the Veteran unable to obtain and maintain substantially gainful employment, warranting both an increased rating and eligibility for TDIU.

The Board has determined that a VA examination is needed to determine the nature and etiology of any current psychiatric disorder, including PTSD. The Veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD will be remanded.

The Veteran's PTSD is currently rated at 70 percent, the maximum rating available. The Board finds that he does not meet the criteria for a higher rating as his symptoms do not warrant total disability due to service-connected disabilities.

The Veteran's PTSD has been rated at 70 percent since March 23, 2010. The Board also granted TDIU based on the severity of his PTSD symptoms.

The Board has granted the Veteran's petition to reopen his claim for service connection of an acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, GAD, and MDD. The rating assigned is 50 percent for pansinusitis prior to April 8, 2015, and 30 percent thereafter. The Veteran also meets the criteria for a TDIU based on his service-connected disabilities.