PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) decisions — 2024

The appeal regarding the timeliness of a May 2023 VA Form 10182 is dismissed because the Veteran's Motion for Extension of Time was granted, and the form was found to be timely.

The Veteran's appeal for an initial rating in excess of 70 percent for PTSD with major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder was denied. The issue of entitlement to a total rating for compensation purposes based on individual unemployability (TDIU) was also denied.

The Veteran's appeal was dismissed due to their death, and no effective date is assigned as the claim cannot be adjudicated.

The Veteran's cause of death was attributed to metabolic acidemia, bowel ischemia, septic shock, hepatic failure, renal failure, and hyperkalemia. The Board found that his service-connected PTSD substantially or materially contributed to his death, granting entitlement to service connection for the cause of death.

The Veteran's claim for an earlier effective date of January 11, 2021 for the grant of a 70 percent rating for PTSD is granted. The claim for TDIU also has been granted with an effective date of January 11, 2021.

The Veteran's PTSD and CFS were evaluated, with the Board finding that a higher rating was not warranted for either condition. The case was remanded for further evaluation of sleep apnea, ED, and CFS.

The Veteran's claims for PTSD, somatic syndrome disorder, and hypertension secondary to service-connected tinnitus have been dismissed due to a prior Board decision addressing similar issues.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for a cervical spine condition is denied. The Board found no evidence to support the claim that the cervical spine condition began in or was otherwise related to active-duty service. The Veteran's TDIU claim for his service-connected disabilities, including PTSD and migraine headaches, is granted.

The Veteran's claims for an increased rating for PTSD with panic attacks and a finding of TDIU are being remanded due to the need for additional medical opinions.

The Veteran's PTSD symptoms worsened on December 15, 2016. From December 15, 2016, to August 28, 2019, the Veteran did not meet criteria for a 100 percent rating due to total occupational and social impairment.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD was granted, with a rating of 100% effective April 27, 2021.

The Veteran's death was caused by chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, which is linked to his service-connected posttraumatic stress disorder. The Board has granted an earlier effective date of April 1, 2015 for DIC benefits.

The Board has granted service connection for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as it is causally related to the Veteran's in-service personal assault.

The Veteran's PTSD is rated at 30 percent prior to April 19, 2022. The Board denied an increase in rating due to the symptoms not meeting criteria for a higher rating.

The Board has granted service connection for PTSD, finding that the evidence is at least evenly balanced as to whether the Veteran's diagnosed PTSD is related to a military sexual trauma (MST) stressor. The decision resolves reasonable doubt in favor of the Veteran.

The claim for service connection for PTSD remains denied because the new evidence submitted is not considered relevant and new.

The Veteran's service-connected PTSD was granted with an initial rating of 30 percent from March 3, 2014 to January 20, 2020 and a 70 percent disability rating from January 21, 2020. The effective date for this grant is denied. Other claims related to PTSD, migraine headaches, and sleep apnea are also addressed.

The Veteran's claims for increased PTSD rating, SMC based on housebound status, and TDIU are all denied. The effective date of the 100% disability rating for PTSD is set at November 25, 2019.

The Veteran's service-connected conditions do not meet the criteria for special monthly compensation based on aid and attendance or housebound status due to his physical limitations and combined disability rating.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for a psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, depression, and anxiety, is being remanded due to the inadequacy of the November 2020 VA examination. A new medical opinion is needed to determine if these conditions are related to his military service.