PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) Board decisions

The Veteran's PTSD was rated at 30 percent prior to July 19, 2007 and increased to 50 percent from that date. The Board found that the evidence did not show occupational and social impairment with deficiencies in most areas.

The Veteran's appeal has been withdrawn prior to the Board issuing a decision.

The Veteran's appeal is back before the Board of Veterans' Appeals (Board) following a Board Remand in June 2010. The issues include entitlement to service connection for bipolar disorder, an initial evaluation in excess of 30 percent for PTSD, and TDIU.

The Board has granted service connection for Achilles tendinitis of the right ankle. The claim of service connection for PTSD remains pending as there is no corroborating evidence provided by a VA psychiatrist or psychologist.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder is being remanded due to the need for additional development.

The Board has remanded the case due to inconsistencies in previous medical opinions and a need for further clarification regarding service connection for PTSD and depression.

The Board has remanded the case for further development, including a VA examination to determine if any of the Veteran's diagnosed psychiatric disorders are related to his military service.

The Veteran's claim seeking an increased rating for PTSD was denied because he failed to report for a VA examination scheduled in connection with his claim.

The Veteran's PTSD is manifested by reduced reliability and productivity, resulting in a 30 percent evaluation.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded to obtain additional information and medical opinions regarding his claims for service connection for a psychiatric disorder, impotence and priapism, and compensation under 38 U.S.C.A. � 1151.

The Veteran's PTSD was initially rated at 50 percent for the period from September 22, 2008 to July 20, 2010 and later increased to 70 percent since July 21, 2010.

PTSD and memory loss have been granted based on credible supporting evidence of in-service stressors.,The Veteran's right ankle sprain, allergic rhinitis, tinea pedis, and scars status post excision multiple dysplastic nevi are all rated as initially compensable.

The Veteran's claim for PTSD was reopened and a rating of 10 percent was granted. His service-connected scars, right arm and right breast, were also rated at 10 percent.

The Board has remanded the case for additional development, including obtaining relevant treatment records and affording the Veteran a reasonable opportunity to respond.

The Veteran's PTSD with dysthymia, panic disorder, and agoraphobia was initially rated at 30 percent prior to February 7, 2011.,Effective from February 7, 2011, the Veteran's PTSD warranted a rating in excess of 70 percent.

The Board found that the Veteran's service-connected PTSD did not cause or contribute to his death, which was caused by an assault. The Board concluded that the Veteran's PTSD did not cause him to initiate a physical altercation resulting in his death.

The Veteran's PTSD is currently rated at 70 percent, the maximum schedular rating for this condition. The Board finds that his symptoms do not warrant a higher rating as they are consistent with a 70 percent evaluation.

The Veteran's PTSD has been rated at 50 percent since February 25, 2010. The Board finds that the evidence supports a higher rating.

The Veteran's PTSD symptoms have been rated at 70 percent since June 4, 2010. Prior to February 21, 2013, the Veteran was granted a TDIU rating.,PTSD has caused significant impairment in functioning and prevented the Veteran from maintaining employment prior to February 21, 2013.

The Board has remanded the case due to the need for further development regarding a claimed in-service stressor that occurred in Vietnam. The Veteran is seeking service connection for PTSD.