PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) Board decisions

The Veteran's claim for an increased rating for PTSD with alcohol use disorder in remission is being remanded due to inadequate evaluation of his symptoms and the need for a new VA examination.

The Veteran's claim for special monthly compensation based on need for regular aid and attendance or housebound status due to service-connected disabilities is remanded as the current examination report does not address whether he requires aid and attendance or is housebound.

The Veteran wishes to withdraw his appeal regarding the service connection for a back disability and PTSD. As a result, these issues are dismissed.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD is granted, as the evidence shows a diagnosis of PTSD related to his military service. The Board finds that the evidence is in equipoise regarding whether the Veteran has diagnosed PTSD related to his military service and thus grants service connection.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD and Adjustment Disorder with Depressed Mood is remanded due to the need for a new VA examination, as the previous opinion was based on inaccurate factual premises.

The Board has granted service connection for the Veteran's acquired psychiatric disability, including PTSD, as it is related to his World War II combat service.

The Veteran's service-connected PTSD and shrapnel wound of the right infraorbital area have rendered him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation prior to October 5, 2015.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for headaches, as well as his claim for TDIU. The appeals are being returned to the RO for additional development and consideration.

The Board has remanded the claims of service connection for PTSD and Insomnia disorder due to insufficient evidence. A new examination is needed to determine if these conditions are related to the Veteran's military service.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to insufficient medical opinions regarding the service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, anxiety disorder, depressive disorder, and adjustment disorder. The Veteran's active service included exposure to fear of hostile military or terrorist activity.

The Board has remanded the claims of service connection for an acquired psychiatric disability and a rating in excess of 20 percent for diabetes mellitus type II due to outstanding VA treatment records, need for a new VA examination, and need for addendum opinions regarding the etiology of the diagnosed conditions.

The Veteran's PTSD is currently rated at 50 percent, and the Board has ordered a new examination to assess the current severity of his condition.

The Veteran's kidney disorder and psychiatric disability are being remanded for further development.,His back disorder is also being remanded, as it may be related to his service-connected kidney disorder.

The Veteran's PTSD is rated at 70 percent, and he is granted a TDIU effective December 3, 2011.

The Veteran's PTSD is granted as service-connected due to a diagnosis by a competent medical professional related to in-service stressors.

The Veteran's PTSD is rated at 50% prior to June 8, 2016 and in excess of 50% thereafter. The Board has remanded the case for further development regarding service connection for RA.

The Veteran's death is being considered for dependency and indemnity compensation under 38 U.S.C. § 1310, but the appeal of a prior denial of PTSD service connection is inextricably intertwined with this issue.

The Board has denied service connection for right wrist, eye, and migraine headache disabilities. The Veteran's claim of PTSD is also remanded as the examiner needs to determine if it was caused by a sexual assault during his honorable period of service.

The Veteran's chronic kidney disease is granted as secondary to service-connected DM, type II. PTSD and MDD are granted due to combat service in Vietnam. The claim for hypertension is reopened.

The Veteran's claim for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD and Generalized Anxiety Disorder, is remanded due to insufficient evidence. The VA needs to obtain relevant medical records and conduct a clarification examination to determine the nature and etiology of any diagnosed conditions.