PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) decisions — 2024

The Board has granted service connection for the cause of death due to PTSD, which substantially contributed to the Veteran's suicide. The appellant is also entitled to burial benefits based on service-connected death.

The Veteran's PTSD and major depressive disorder have been granted an initial rating of 100 percent, effective from the date of the decision. The right shoulder strain issue remains pending.

The Board has decided the case in favor of the Veteran, finding that a remand is necessary to determine if he meets the criteria for PTSD or another mental health condition related to his military service.

The Board has granted the Veteran's claims for service connection for PTSD and AUD, finding that these conditions are related to his in-service stressors.

The Board has remanded the case due to a lack of proper notice and scheduling for an examination, as well as incomplete medical records. The Veteran's daughter (S.R.) is seeking recognition as a 'helpless child' based on her permanent incapacity for self-support prior to reaching the age of 18.

The Board has remanded the case due to issues related to a TDIU, including obtaining additional private treatment records and employment information. The issue of service connection for PTSD is not addressed in this decision.

The Veteran's PTSD is rated at a 70 percent disability rating prior to March 9, 2020. The appeal period for the increased rating claim ends on March 9, 2020.

The Veteran's sleep apnea began during active service and is granted.,The Veteran has a current acquired psychiatric disorder, to include anxiety, depression, PTSD, and alcohol use disorder related to his in-service stressor. A VA examination is needed to assess whether the Veteran meets the diagnostic criteria for these conditions.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for an initial rating in excess of 30 percent for PTSD and entitlement to a total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU) due to incomplete medical records and the need for updated examinations.

The Board has reopened the claims for service connection for a seizure disorder, an acquired psychiatric condition (other than PTSD), and PTSD. However, the claims were denied as there is no evidence of a permanent worsening of pre-existing conditions during service.

The Veteran's service-connected TBI, PTSD, headaches, and lumbar spine conditions are being remanded for further evaluation due to the possibility of worsening symptoms since the last examinations in October 2019. The Veteran must be provided with VA examinations to assess the current severity of his conditions.

The Veteran's PTSD is rated at 30 percent prior to April 23, 2020. The appeal for a higher rating of 70 percent or higher for PTSD from that date is granted. Service connection for sleep apnea is established. The appeal regarding service connection for asthma is dismissed.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric condition, including PTSD and anxiety, as there is no current diagnosis of a mental disorder that meets DSM-5 criteria.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for increased ratings and TDIU due to PTSD, as well as a remand for further development regarding the Veteran's thoughts about death. The case is inextricably intertwined with the issue of TDIU.

The Veteran's claims for service connection have been remanded due to the need for additional medical opinions and development of records. The issues include his acquired psychiatric disorder, cervical spine condition, and low back condition.

The Veteran's claim for an earlier effective date for PTSD is dismissed.,Service connection for headaches as secondary to the service-connected cervical spine disability is granted, but a right hip disability and obstructive sleep apnea claims are denied.

The Board has granted service connection for lumbar degenerative disc disease, left and right lower leg radiculopathy, acquired psychiatric disorder (including PTSD and major depressive disorder), and headaches. Service connection was denied for prostate disorder.

The Veteran's PTSD claim is being remanded for additional development, including obtaining relevant medical records and clarifying where he applied for disability benefits. The TDIU claim is also being remanded.

The Board has remanded the case due to a need for clarification on whether the Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorder is related to service, specifically in-service experiences.

The Veteran's appeal is remanded due to the possibility of outstanding medical records that could provide information about his PTSD severity during the period on appeal.