PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) Board decisions

The Veteran's claim for service connection for a left shoulder disability was reopened due to new and material evidence. Service connection is granted, with a rating in excess of 30 percent for PTSD prior to September 16, 2016, and an increased rating of 70 percent for PTSD effective from September 16, 2016.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection for hearing loss was dismissed due to his withdrawal of the appeal. The Board also remanded cases regarding initial ratings for right knee DJD and PTSD.

The Veteran's PTSD is rated at 100 percent effective June 30, 2016. The Board has determined that a remand is necessary to determine the severity of his PTSD prior to this date.

The Board has remanded the claims for increased ratings and TDIU due to additional VA medical records being added to the file.

The Veteran's PTSD is rated at 70 percent, effective from the date of this decision. The Board also granted a grant of Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability (TDIU) due to his PTSD.

The petition to reopen the previously denied claim for PTSD is granted. Service connection for diabetes mellitus, type II, is denied. The claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder (including PTSD) is remanded.

The Board has remanded the cases for further development and examination, including obtaining updated treatment records from Indiana VA facilities, scheduling a PTSD examination, and obtaining an addendum opinion on sleep apnea.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's alcohol abuse associated with his service-connected PTSD caused cirrhosis of his liver, which in turn caused his liver cancer and ultimately led to his death. Therefore, service connection for cause of death is granted.

The Board has determined that additional evidence is needed to fully and fairly consider the merits of the Veteran's claims, including Social Security Administration records and VA treatment records. The Veteran should also be scheduled for examinations to assess the current severity of his service-connected PTSD with TBI, traumatic arthritis, right ankle disability with scar, and other disabilities.

The Veteran's PTSD is rated at 70 percent prior to April 25, 2016. The claim for a grant of total disability due to individual unemployability (TDIU) prior to September 19, 2014 is denied.

The Veteran's claim for bilateral arm weakness, bilateral cataracts, and renal failure was denied as there is no current diagnosis of these conditions.,PTSD service connection was denied due to lack of a current diagnosis.

The Veteran's claim for bilateral arm weakness, bilateral cataracts, and renal failure was denied as there is no current diagnosis of these conditions.,PTSD service connection was denied due to lack of a current diagnosis.

The Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorders, including PTSD, depression, and anxiety disorder, are being remanded for further evaluation due to the need for additional medical records and a VA examination.

The VA has remanded the case due to new evidence and a claim for TDIU, but did not change the initial rating of 50% for PTSD.

The Board has remanded the cases for additional development and opinion regarding service connection for respiratory conditions (COPD, asthma) and psychiatric disorders (PTSD, schizophrenia). The Veteran's COPD and asthma are not presumed to be related to Agent Orange exposure. Service connection is being considered under a direct analysis.

The Veteran's TDIU claim is being remanded due to the need for a combined effects medical opinion regarding his service-connected disabilities prior to July 23, 2014.

The Board has determined that remand is necessary to address the Veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD, as his current diagnosis may be separate from his anxiety disorder (PTSS). The VA will schedule a new mental health evaluation to assess these issues.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to insufficient evidence regarding a non-researchable stressor incident involving a vehicle accident in November 1970. The Veteran's service connection for PTSD and other acquired psychiatric disorders is being reviewed with additional efforts to locate relevant records.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD as there is no current diagnosis of PTSD and no evidence to support her contentions of sexual assault.

The Veteran's appeal is remanded for additional development, including obtaining VA treatment records and scheduling a VA examination to assess the impact of his service-connected disabilities on his ability to secure and follow substantially gainful employment.