PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) Board decisions

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and TDIU are being remanded due to the need for additional examinations to assess the current severity of his service-connected PTSD, cervical spine disability, and other conditions. The issues will be reconsidered after these examinations.

The Veteran's PTSD has been manifested by occupational and social impairment with deficiencies in most areas throughout the appeal period, warranting a 70 percent rating. The Board denied an initial rating in excess of 70 percent for PTSD.

The Board has remanded the case due to outstanding VA treatment records for PTSD. The Veteran's claim for a TDIU is also being remanded as it is inextricably intertwined with his PTSD claim.

The Veteran's PTSD symptoms have been characterized by flashbacks, depression, anxiety, irritability, angry outbursts, chronic sleep impairment, suspiciousness, social isolation, mild memory loss, and difficulty in establishing and maintaining effective work and social relationships. A rating of 50 percent for the entire period on appeal is granted.

The Veteran's PTSD resulted in occupational and social impairment with reduced reliability and productivity, but he maintained his employment and educational pursuits. The Board denied a higher rating for PTSD.

The Board has remanded the case for further examination and opinion regarding the Veteran's claims of service connection for PTSD and MDD. The examiner is asked to determine if the Veteran's current PTSD and MDD are related to his military service, including fear of hostile military or terrorist activity.

The Board denied an increased rating in excess of 70 percent for the Veteran's service-connected PTSD with alcohol use disorder, finding that his symptoms did not warrant a higher evaluation.

The Veteran's claim for a rating in excess of 70 percent prior to November 8, 2016 for PTSD was denied. A rating of 100 percent as of January 1, 2010 for PTSD is granted. The issue of awarding TDIU prior to January 1, 2010 remains unresolved.

The Veteran's PTSD with depression is rated at 70 percent, and the appeal for a higher rating is denied. From September 12, 2015, he is granted TDIU due to service-connected PTSD with depression. From June 3, 2016, he is also granted SMC at the housebound rate.

The Veteran's claim for an initial evaluation in excess of 30 percent for other specified trauma- and stressor-related disorder (claimed as posttraumatic stress disorder) is being remanded due to the need for additional development, including obtaining VA treatment records and scheduling a VA examination.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to failure of the Veteran to report for a VA examination. The examiner will need to determine if any acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD and Schizophrenia, is related to service.

The Veteran's representative withdrew the appeals for both issues, so they are dismissed.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and service connection have been remanded due to the need for further evaluation. The Board found that his PTSD symptoms do not meet criteria for a higher rating, but did not find total occupational and social impairment.

The Veteran's PTSD was rated at a 50 percent prior to February 17, 2019 and a 70 percent rating from that date.,The Board found the Veteran's symptoms more closely approximated a 70% disability rating for PTSD since February 17, 2019.

The Veteran's claim for PTSD was granted with an effective date of February 14, 2012. The original denial in July 2016 was not properly notified to the Veteran due to a return of the statement of the case by the U.S. Postal Service.

The Veteran's claim for TDIU prior to October 2, 2015 was denied as the evidence did not show that he could secure and follow substantially gainful employment due to his service-connected disabilities.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence regarding the Veteran's claimed PTSD and anxiety disorder, specifically related to a verified in-service stressor.

The Veteran's service-connected PTSD rendered him unable to secure and follow a substantially gainful occupation as of October 10, 2015.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD and depression. The issue of entitlement to TDIU is remanded due to insufficient evidence regarding the impact of the Veteran's service-connected disabilities on his employability.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to the need for additional development, including obtaining VA and private treatment records and a medical examination.