PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) decisions — 2026

The Veteran's PTSD was granted an earlier effective date from September 29, 2022 for a 70% disability rating. A higher 100% rating is not warranted.

The Veteran's request for an extension of time to file a Board Appeal from the May 24, 2024 rating decision denying an increased disability rating for PTSD was denied because it was not timely filed. The Veteran did not provide good cause for the untimely filing.

The Veteran's service-connected PTSD rendered him in need of regular aid and attendance, warranting an effective date of September 25, 2023 for special monthly compensation (SMC) based on the need for regular aid and attendance.

The Veteran's PTSD is currently rated at 70 percent, and the appeal for a higher rating has been denied.,The Veteran's TBI is currently rated at 10 percent, which is the maximum allowed under current regulations.

The Board has granted the Veteran's claim for service connection of OSA as secondary to his PTSD, finding that obesity caused by PTSD is a substantial factor in causing the Veteran's sleep apnea.

The Veteran's PTSD warrants an initial rating of 70 percent, but no higher, due to occupational and social impairment with deficiencies in most areas.

The Board has remanded the case due to errors in duty to assist and a need for additional medical opinions regarding the Veteran's service connection claim for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The issues are whether OSA is secondary to PTSD, COPD, or asthma.

The Veteran's PTSD and MDD do not result in total occupational and social impairment, but the right knee conditions are rated at their highest level of disability.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for tinnitus is granted. The Veteran's left shoulder disorder is rated at 20 percent, and his PTSD is denied a higher rating.

The Veteran's Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is found to be proximately due to his service-connected Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), with obesity as an intermediate step.

The Board has granted service connection for bilateral hearing loss and tinnitus, but has remanded the Veteran's claims for other conditions due to insufficient evidence.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD and major depressive disorder was granted with an effective date of February 21, 1989. The decision is based on new evidence received after the initial denial in May 1989.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD is remanded due to a pre-decisional duty-to-assist error. A new VA examination is required to determine the etiology of his PTSD.

The Veteran's service connection claim for PTSD is granted as his diagnosis of PTSD is related to his in-service stressors and fear of hostile military or terrorist activity.

The Board has determined that the decision denying eligibility for PCAFC benefits is not supported by adequate medical evidence and requires further review. The Veteran's eligibility will be reassessed based on updated medical opinions addressing his need for personal care services, supervision or protection, and regular extensive instruction.

The Veteran's service-connected PTSD is found to have contributed substantially or materially to his death due to congestive heart failure and dementia, with the Board resolving all reasonable doubt in favor of the appellant.

The Board has granted service connection for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) as secondary to the Veteran's service-connected posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) with alcohol use disorder and stimulant use disorder, resolving all reasonable doubt in favor of the Veteran.

The Veteran's claim for a higher evaluation of his service-connected PTSD with anxiety and alcohol use disorder is granted, while the claims for evaluations in excess of 10 percent for left hip strain are denied.

The Veteran's service-connected PTSD, bilateral hearing loss, and tinnitus have rendered him unable to secure or follow substantially gainful employment.

The Veteran's appeal seeking service connection for PTSD was dismissed as the Veteran withdrew his appeal prior to a scheduled hearing.