PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) decisions — 2024

The Board has added new evidence and is remanding the cases for further review by the AOJ.

The Veteran's appeal for a higher initial rating for PTSD and his claim for TDIU have been resolved as he was awarded TDIU effective May 2, 2016. The Board has dismissed the current appeal due to withdrawal by the appellant.

The Board has reopened the Veteran's claim for service connection of an acquired psychiatric disorder due to new and material evidence. The claim is granted as her current psychiatric disorders are found to be related to in-service sexual assault.

The Veteran's claims for left ear hearing loss, PTSD, and various undiagnosed illness-related conditions are being remanded due to the need for further development.,The Veteran's hypertension claim is denied as there is no evidence of current hypertension.

The Veteran's PTSD symptoms have worsened, and a new VA examination is needed to determine the current severity of his condition. The TDIU issue is also remanded as it could significantly impact the decision on the PTSD rating.

The Veteran's service-connected PTSD, combined with other disabilities, has rendered him unable to secure and follow a substantially gainful occupation. Effective January 10, 2021, he is granted a TDIU.

Service connection for major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and PTSD is granted.,Service connection for insomnia as secondary to service-connected acquired psychiatric disorders is granted.,Service connection for chronic fatigue syndrome is denied.

The Veteran's PTSD was found to be more nearly approximating occupational and social impairment with deficiencies in most areas prior to March 14, 2016. However, total social and occupational impairment has not been shown.

The Board has remanded the case due to incomplete verification of in-service stressors and the Veteran's unavailability for a VA examination. The case will be further evaluated with updated contact information, an alternative opinion using the ACE method, and another VA examination.

The Board has determined that additional development is necessary for the Veteran's claims of service connection for PTSD, diabetes mellitus, type II, migraines, left and right knee disorders, and obstructive sleep apnea. The claims are remanded due to missing military records and the need for VA examinations.

The Veteran's PTSD was granted a 70 percent rating prior to February 27, 2018. The symptoms included aggressive behavior, social isolation, and suicidal ideation.

The Board has remanded the case for further development, including verifying in-service stressor events and obtaining a medical opinion regarding the Veteran's mental state at the time of his misconduct.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims due to incomplete development and need for additional examinations.

The Board denied service connection for an acquired psychiatric disability to include PTSD and a left shoulder disability, finding no evidence of current disabilities or in-service stressors that would support the claims.

The Board has determined that the issues of service connection for obstructive sleep apnea, bilateral pes planus and plantar fasciitis, PTSD, cervical strain with intervertebral disc syndrome, right shoulder strain, and IBS prior to November 10, 2021 are remanded due to insufficient evidence.

The Veteran's PTSD was granted service connection effective December 6, 2004. From November 25, 2011 to February 23, 2015, the rating for PTSD was denied. Effective February 23, 2015, a 100% rating for PTSD and SMC at the housebound rate were granted.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for sinus disability, skin disability, and initial rating in excess of 20 percent for diabetes mellitus are being remanded due to the need for additional examinations or opinions.

The Veteran's PTSD is rated at 100% from June 21, 2018 to May 30, 2020. The rating for migraine headaches has been increased to 50%. The reduction in the disability rating for right ankle LCL sprain was not proper and restoration of the 20% rating is granted.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for obstructive sleep apnea, chronic fatigue syndrome, and acquired psychological conditions to include depression, anxiety, and PTSD due to inadequate opinions regarding service connection on a secondary basis. The claims are remanded to obtain updated medical opinions addressing both causation and aggravation of these conditions by toxic exposure risk activities.

The Board has granted service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, finding that the Veteran's current symptoms are related to a stressor that occurred during his military service.