PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) Board decisions

The Veteran's claim for an increased rating for PTSD with alcohol abuse is being remanded due to the submission of new evidence that has not been considered by the RO.

The Veteran's appeals regarding PTSD, degenerative disc disease of the lumbar spine, and asthma have been dismissed due to his death.

The Veteran's claim for a rating of total disability based on individual unemployability (TDIU) is remanded due to the need for updated medical records and further assessment of his PTSD.

The Veteran's claims for an increased rating for PTSD with alcohol use and TDIU have been dismissed due to the death of the appellant.

The Veteran's appeals for service connection for frostbite of fingers and cheeks, residuals of lightning electrocution, and an acquired psychiatric disorder (claimed as PTSD) have been dismissed. The appeal regarding the psychiatric disorder is remanded.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's PTSD is attributable to service and grants service connection for PTSD.

The Veteran seeks an earlier effective date for the award of service connection for PTSD. The Board has remanded this matter due to a need for clarification and potential motion for clear and unmistakable error (CUE).

The Board has found that there is an indication that the Veteran's bilateral foot condition may be related to his active duty service, but insufficient evidence exists to decide this claim. The PTSD claim requires further development due to unverified in-service stressor allegations.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for manic depression and PTSD is remanded due to the need for additional evidence and examination. The individual unemployability claim is also remanded.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities render him unable to obtain or maintain a substantially gainful occupation, and the Board finds that TDIU benefits are warranted.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including coronary artery disease, PTSD, type II diabetes mellitus with erectile dysfunction, tinnitus, peripheral neuropathy of the right and left lower extremities, malaria, and bilateral hearing loss, have rendered him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation.

The Board has dismissed the claim for TDIU and has remanded the claims for service connection for erectile dysfunction, prostatitis, and an acquired psychiatric disorder.

The Veteran's appeal is remanded for additional development regarding his claims of service connection for a stomach condition and residuals of head concussion. The Board will also consider the need for special monthly compensation based on the need for aid and attendance.

The Board has granted service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, to include PTSD with depression and anxiety, due to military sexual trauma.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's in-service stressors need to be verified and a VA examination is required to determine if his current acquired psychiatric condition, including PTSD, is related to service.

The Board has remanded the case due to new VA treatment records and outstanding treatment records from a Vet Center. The Veteran's PTSD rating remains at 30 percent.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims of service connection for bilateral hearing loss, an acquired psychiatric disorder (including PTSD and depression), a sleep disorder, and migraine headaches due to inadequate examination reports and missing in-service noise exposure records.

The Veteran's claim of service connection for depressive disorder and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has been reopened, and the appeal is granted to that extent. The case is remanded for further development including obtaining VA treatment records and scheduling a psychiatric examination.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection of an acquired psychiatric disorder and a compensable rating for bilateral hearing loss due to incomplete records and need for additional examinations.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims for service connection and increased ratings due to the need for additional development, including obtaining relevant medical records and providing a VA examination.