PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) decisions — 2023

The veteran withdrew their appeals for a higher rating and total disability due to PTSD, thus the case is dismissed.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and service connection are being remanded due to the submission of new VA treatment records. The effective dates for service connection will be determined after review of all evidence.

The Board has granted service connection for PTSD, finding that the Veteran's diagnosis of PTSD is related to a reported military sexual trauma (MST) during his time in boot camp. The decision resolves doubt in favor of the Veteran.

The Veteran's appeal for a higher rating of PTSD with TBI was denied as the evidence did not meet the criteria for a 70 or 100 percent rating under the criteria for rating mental health disabilities, which is more favorable to him than a rating for TBI.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient analysis regarding whether there is a nexus between the Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorders and his military service, specifically an explosion at Fort Dix in 1983.

The Veteran's service-connected panic disorder, PTSD, and agoraphobia have resulted in total occupational and social impairment from December 14, 2017, to August 1, 2018. The claim for a TDIU is moot as the disability rating has now been fully granted.

The Veteran's PTSD is granted a 100% rating, and the appeal for increased ratings of plantar fasciitis, bilateral hearing loss, service connection for human T-cell lymphotropic virus antibody, and hypertension are dismissed. The appeal for TDIU is denied.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for a psychiatric disability, specifically PTSD, finding that there is not sufficient evidence to support a link between his current disabilities and his military service.

The Veteran's claim for an initial compensable disability rating for right ear hearing loss is dismissed.,Service connection for PTSD is granted, and service connection for a back disability (lumbar degenerative disc disease) is also granted.,Service connection for sleep apnea is denied.

The Veteran's appeals for effective dates and disability ratings have been dismissed due to the withdrawal of all open appeals by the Veteran's authorized representative.

The Board has granted service connection for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) secondary to Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), resolving reasonable doubt in favor of the Veteran.

Your appeal for increased ratings for PTSD and depression is dismissed as it continues to reside within the legacy appeal system.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including PTSD and multiple musculoskeletal conditions, have resulted in a combined rating of 80 percent. The Board has granted a TDIU rating from March 25, 2020.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, unspecified schizophrenia and other psychotic disorder, and borderline personality disorder is being remanded due to the submission of new and relevant evidence. The AOJ will consider the claim on its merits.

The Board has decided that the Veteran's claims of service connection for PTSD and major depressive disorder due to military sexual trauma (MST) should be remanded for further development.

The Veteran's service-connected PTSD with major depressive disorder and substance abuse disorder has rendered him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation due to his severe symptoms, including suicidal ideations, depression, anxiety, memory problems, and impaired judgment. The Board granted a TDIU for the period on appeal excluding periods of incarceration.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence regarding the onset and etiology of the Veteran's acquired psychiatric disability, including PTSD, anxiety, and depression. The AOJ is instructed to obtain additional medical records and attempt to verify the Veteran's stressors. A VA examination must be conducted to determine if her conditions are related to service.

The Board has remanded the case due to a duty to assist error, specifically regarding the examination provided by the September 2019 VA examiner. The Veteran is seeking service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, and the Board requires another examination to determine the nature and etiology of his psychiatric conditions.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD was granted in January 2021 with an effective date of February 4, 2020. As the appeal is moot due to the grant of benefits, the case is dismissed.

The Veteran's PTSD with Major Depressive Disorder is granted a rating of 100 percent prior to September 9, 2019. His left shoulder disability remains rated at 20 percent.