PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) Board decisions

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for ischemic heart disease, left hemiparesis due to stroke, and an acquired psychiatric disorder (to include PTSD). The Board found no current disability for these conditions and insufficient evidence of a link between any diagnosed condition and active duty service.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD was denied, but his claim to reopen the right arm burn residuals was granted. The Board found no current diagnosis of PTSD or any other acquired psychiatric disorder.

The Veteran's TDIU claim is being remanded for additional development to obtain his OPM disability retirement records and ensure all relevant employment information is considered.

The Veteran's appeal was denied for service connection of anatomical loss of vision. The claim for increased rating of migraine headaches and PTSD with major depressive disorder is also denied, but the Veteran is granted TDIU status.

The Board has remanded the case due to issues related to verifying the Veteran's stressor and determining whether his acquired psychiatric conditions are related to service.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's acquired psychiatric disability, including dysthymia, anxiety disorder, depressive disorder, adjustment disorder, and PTSD, is at least as likely as not related to his active service.

The Board has remanded the case for further development and consideration of the claim for service connection for headaches, to include as secondary to PTSD with depression and cervical spine disability.

The Veteran's PTSD was rated at 50 percent prior to November 26, 2012 and at 70 percent from November 26, 2012 to December 6, 2016. The rating of 70 percent is granted for this period.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities do not render him unable to secure and follow a substantially gainful occupation.

The Veteran's PTSD prior to April 24, 2014 resulted in occupational and social impairment with occasional decrease in work efficiency and intermittent periods of inability to perform occupational tasks. However, this did not meet the criteria for a higher rating as his symptoms were not severe enough to warrant a 50% evaluation.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims of entitlement to an initial evaluation in excess of 10 percent for PTSD and service connection for a chin scar as there was no competent medical evidence linking these conditions to his military service.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD due to a lack of evidence showing current disability. The acquired psychiatric disorder, other than PTSD, is remanded as there is insufficient evidence regarding its onset in service.

The Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorder, including anxiety disorder, depressive disorder, and PTSD, was not shown during service or to be associated with her active service. Her headache condition has also not been linked to her military service.

The Veteran's PTSD with depression and cognitive dysfunction due to TBI is currently rated at 70 percent, effective September 1, 2010. The evidence does not show that the severity of his disability warrants a higher rating.

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for increased ratings for PTSD, coronary artery disease, and service connection for sinusitis, low back disorder, neuropathy of the hands and feet, diabetes mellitus, and erectile dysfunction. The VA examinations indicated that the current conditions are not related to service.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development, including obtaining missing service treatment records and scheduling a VA psychiatric examination to determine the nature and etiology of his claimed acquired psychiatric disorders.

The Board has remanded the case for further development, including verification of service dates and a new VA examination to address the nature and etiology of any psychiatric disability present, to include PTSD.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's service-connected PTSD and ileoileostomy did not render him unemployable prior to March 23, 2006. The evidence does not show he was unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation due to his disabilities.

The Board has ordered additional development to address the Veteran's claims for service connection for PTSD, Neurocognitive Disorder, and Alcohol Use Disorder. The remand includes obtaining updated VA treatment records, scheduling a new VA examination, and ensuring all issues are addressed appropriately.

The Veteran's PTSD with depression is rated at 70 percent, and the issue of TDIU based on this disability has been granted. The Board also found that a higher rating for PTSD would not be warranted as it already results in total occupational and social impairment.