PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) Board decisions

The Veteran's PTSD was rated at 30 percent prior to August 5, 2016 and increased to 70 percent from that date. The Board denied the claim for increases in ratings due to insufficient evidence of total occupational and social impairment.

The Veteran's death was not caused by any service-connected disability, and the medical evidence does not support a finding that his service-connected conditions contributed to his death.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection for PTSD, a rating in excess of 40 percent for lumbar spine disability, an initial rating in excess of 10 percent for left lower extremity radiculopathy, an extraschedular rating for migraine headaches, and TDIU due to service-connected disabilities. The remand also includes requests for additional VA treatment records and a PTSD examination.

The Veteran's claim to reopen a previous denial of service connection for PTSD and the grant of service connection for depressive disorder was granted. The Board found new and material evidence supporting the reopening of the PTSD claim, but denied both PTSD and depressive disorder as not related to service.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to insufficient evidence regarding the Veteran's service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, specifically PTSD and Adjustment Disorder. The decision is pending further examination and evaluation.

The Veteran's TDIU claim is denied as the evidence does not show he is unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation due solely to his service-connected disabilities.

The Veteran's service-connected PTSD with depression did not render him unemployable prior to July 21, 2015. From October 20, 2015, his service-connected tinnitus and right ear hearing loss also did not render him unemployable.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) as there is no current diagnosis of PTSD in the medical records.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities are not severe enough to require regular aid and attendance, thus his claim for special monthly compensation based on the need for regular aid and attendance is denied.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection for various conditions due to insufficient medical opinions and the need for additional examination. The issues include right elbow, left knee, and right knee conditions; PTSD; sleep apnea; hypertension; gastrointestinal condition; acid reflux; erectile dysfunction; neuropathy; diabetes mellitus; and heart condition.

The Veteran's claim for a higher initial rating for anemia with intestinal malabsorption, PTSD with major depressive disorder, and other issues has been granted. The cases of service connection for hypertension, tinea cruris, the residuals of a fracture of the left fifth toe, and TDIU have been remanded.

The Veteran's service-connected ischemic heart disease (IHD) is found to have caused his peripheral artery disease (PAD) and stroke. The Veteran's PTSD is rated at the highest available level of 70 percent, which is already the maximum rating for this condition. His bilateral hearing loss disability does not meet the criteria for a compensable rating.

The Board has granted service connection for right ear hearing loss and remanded the remaining issues due to insufficient evidence.

The Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorders, including PTSD and anxiety disorder, are found to be related to his military service.

The Board has determined that the Veteran does not have an acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, depression, anxiety, and intermittent explosive disorder. The evidence shows no current diagnosis of these conditions.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection due to insufficient evidence and need for a VA examination.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and service connection have been remanded due to the lack of evidence for the period between December 14, 2010 and February 28, 2012. The TDIU claim is also remanded as it is inextricably intertwined with other issues.

The Board denied service connection for PTSD and an initial rating in excess of 10 percent for tinnitus, as well as a request for an earlier effective date for the grant of service connection for tinnitus. The decision also noted that there was no evidence of a diagnosed PTSD or any other condition related to military service.

The Board has reopened the Veteran's claim for service connection for an alcohol use disorder, but has remanded it for additional development due to a lack of sufficient evidence. The issue of increased rating for bilateral hearing loss is also being remanded.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to the need for additional development, including a new examination and consideration of lay statements.