PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) Board decisions

The Veteran's PTSD results in occupational and social impairment with deficiencies in most areas, warranting a rating of 70 percent.

The Veteran's PTSD symptomatology has more nearly approximated total occupational and social impairment for the entire period on appeal, warranting a 100% disability rating.

The Veteran has been diagnosed with PTSD, which is presumed to have developed as a result of his service in Vietnam. The Board finds that the evidence supports this diagnosis and grants service connection for PTSD.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD has been granted. The Board finds that the Veteran currently meets the criteria for a diagnosis of PTSD related to his military service, and thus service connection is granted.

The Veteran's service-connected anxiety disorder not otherwise specified, depressive disorder not otherwise specified, alcohol dependence sustained full remission, and PTSD are shown to have resulted in deficiencies in most areas such as work, family relations, judgment, thinking and mood; total social and occupational impairment is not demonstrated. The Veteran is currently assigned a 70 percent rating for the entire appeal period.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for further evidentiary development, including obtaining treatment records and scheduling a VA psychiatric examination.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development of his claims, including obtaining medical records and addressing the issues related to PTSD and TDIU.

The Veteran's death was caused by arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease, which is presumed to be related to his service in Vietnam and exposure to herbicide agents. The claim for PTSD for accrued benefits purposes is denied, but the cause of death claim is granted.

The Board has ordered a new VA examination to determine if the Veteran meets the diagnostic criteria for PTSD or any other psychiatric disability, and whether any such disability is due to service. The case will be remanded for further development.

The Veteran's service-connected PTSD is granted, as the evidence supports a link between his reported in-service stressors and his current condition.

The Board has remanded the case for additional development, including obtaining medical opinions regarding the Veteran's respiratory disorder and PTSD.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, specifically posttraumatic stress disorder, is denied as there is no credible evidence linking the current condition to his period of active military service.

The Board denied the appellant's claims for service connection for PTSD, an increased rating for a right wrist laceration scar, and an increased rating for right carpal tunnel syndrome. The initial ratings assigned were not granted.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including DDD of the lumbar spine and PTSD, rendered him unable to secure or maintain substantially gainful employment as of September 11, 2013. His TDIU claim is granted effective from that date.

The Veteran requested a hearing before the Board of Veterans' Appeals (Board) and withdrew his request for an initial disability rating in excess of 70 percent for PTSD and major depressive disorder. The issue is dismissed.

The Veteran's service-connected PTSD is found to have caused or aggravated his gastrointestinal disorders, including stomach ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD).

The Board found that the Veteran's claim of service connection for PTSD was denied due to a lack of evidence supporting an in-service stressor. The Veteran's depressive disorder remains at 50 percent.

The Veteran's appeal has been withdrawn, and the case is dismissed.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for a psychiatric disability and a left knee disability, finding that new evidence was not submitted to reopen these claims.