PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) decisions — 2019

The Veteran's PTSD with panic attacks and TDIU claims are being remanded for further development, including obtaining updated VA treatment records and scheduling a new VA examination. The issue of TDIU has also been added to the appeal.

The Veteran's claim for a higher rating for his service-connected Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) was denied because he declined to be examined by VA, and there is no good cause provided.

The Veteran's PTSD has increased in severity, and a remand is necessary to determine the current nature and severity of his condition. The issue of TDIU is also raised by the record.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for bilateral hearing loss, vertigo, hemorrhoids, poor circulation in the right leg, thyroid disability (hypothyroidism), and PTSD have all been denied. The Board found that there is no evidence of a current disability or any link to service.,For heart disability, the Veteran was granted an initial evaluation of 30 percent.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for schizoaffective disorder, depressive type and PTSD. The case is being remanded to obtain a new opinion regarding her PTSD diagnosis.

The Board dismissed the Veteran's claims of service connection for bilateral knee disability, residuals of torn hamstrings, and residuals of cold weather injuries. The claim for PTSD was remanded.

The Veteran's TDIU appeal is remanded due to the need for a medical opinion on the combined impact of his service-connected disabilities. The AOJ must obtain VA medical records and schedule him for an examination.

The Board has remanded the case due to the need for a new VA examination to determine if the Veteran currently has PTSD and whether it is related to his in-service stressor.

The Veteran's PTSD, in association with alcohol abuse and depressive disorder, is manifested by suicidal ideation; depression; irritable behavior and angry outburst; reckless or self-destructive behavior; difficulty in adapting to stressful circumstances; and inability to establish and maintain effective relationships. The Board has granted a 70 percent disability rating for PTSD.

The Board has remanded the case for further development and an addendum opinion from a VA examiner to address the Veteran's psychiatric conditions, including PTSD.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims due to new evidence and incomplete information from his former employers.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to insufficient reasons provided in the previous decision regarding service connection for PTSD. The Veteran's claim will be reviewed again with an addendum opinion from a VA provider.

The Board has determined that the Veteran does not meet the diagnostic criteria for PTSD or any other acquired psychiatric disorder, and therefore, service connection is denied.

The Veteran's PTSD with depression and TBI, along with her left breast cancer, right breast cancer, and right hip cancer, have been granted a 100% disability rating effective May 29, 2015.

The Veteran's PTSD is currently rated at 70 percent, but the Board has remanded for a determination on whether he should be entitled to an initial rating in excess of 70 percent.

The Board previously denied the Veteran's claim for a TDIU prior to September 20, 2016. The case is being remanded as it needs to be referred to VA’s Director, Compensation Service for initial consideration of whether a TDIU can be granted on an extraschedular basis.

The Veteran's appeal is remanded due to the need for clarification on whether his TDIU claim satisfies his PTSD rating request, and for additional VA treatment records.

The Veteran's appeals for increased ratings of PTSD and thoracolumbar strain have been dismissed as the Veteran withdrew his appeals in writing.

The Board has remanded the case for further development and an examination to determine if the Veteran's current psychiatric conditions, including PTSD, are related to his military service.

The Veteran's petition to reopen his claim of entitlement to service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, is granted. The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence regarding the in-service stressors and the need for additional development.