PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) decisions — 2022

The Board has denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, depressive disorder, and a mood disorder. The evidence does not establish that these conditions began during active service or are otherwise related to in-service injuries or diseases.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder has been reopened due to the submission of new and material evidence. The case is now remanded for further development, including obtaining SSA records and a medical opinion regarding the nature and etiology of his psychiatric disorders.

The Veteran's service-connected PTSD has rendered him unable to secure and follow a substantially gainful occupation since April 8, 2021.

The Veteran's service-connected PTSD and TBI with post-concussive syndrome are currently rated at 70 percent, but the Board found that a higher rating is not warranted due to overlapping symptoms between PTSD and TBI.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities prevented him from securing or following a substantially gainful occupation since May 22, 2017.

The Veteran's service connection claim for PTSD and major depressive disorder has been granted, as the evidence shows a link between his in-service experiences and current diagnoses.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to insufficient medical opinion regarding whether the Veteran's sleep apnea is proximately due to, or aggravated by, his service-connected PTSD and migraines.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to insufficient evidence regarding the Veteran's in-service stressor and the relationship between his acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, and service. The case will be returned for further investigation.

The Board has determined that there is insufficient evidence to establish a current physical disability related to the Veteran's in-service right side burn. The claims for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder (PTSD), low back condition, and tinnitus are remanded due to the need for additional medical examination and opinion.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities have rendered him unemployable as of September 13, 2015. The Board has granted TDIU.

The Board has granted service connection for an acquired psychiatric disability, specifically bipolar disorder, finding that the evidence is at least in equipoise as to whether it was caused by or began during active duty.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence regarding the Veteran's claimed psychiatric disabilities, specifically PTSD and anxiety disorder. A VA examination is needed to determine if these conditions are related to service.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection, rating in excess of 10 percent for lipomata, and TDIU due to new evidence received since the last denial. The Veteran's claim for service connection is pending.

The Board has determined that additional development is necessary for the Veteran's claims of service connection for a sleep disorder, including insomnia, and an acquired psychiatric disorder, to include anxiety disorder and PTSD. The claims are being remanded for further action.

The Veteran's claim for an initial rating in excess of 50 percent for PTSD is denied. The appeal regarding the earlier effective date for service connection is dismissed.

The Board has granted service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD. The issue of service connection for a sleep disorder, to include obstructive sleep apnea, is remanded.

The Veteran's pes planus of the left foot is granted as it is at least as likely as not related to his active duty service.,There is no current diagnosis of PTSD under DSM-5 criteria, and therefore, service connection for PTSD is denied.

The Veteran's PTSD is currently rated at 50 percent from February 12, 2020. The Board denied an initial rating in excess of 30 percent and a higher rating for PTSD.

The Veteran's claim for service connection of PTSD was denied in February 2005, and the effective date for this grant is May 7, 2013.

The Veteran's PTSD and depressive disorder are rated at 50 percent, effective from November 14, 2019. The claim for a higher rating is denied.