PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) Board decisions

The Veteran's claim for an initial disability rating in excess of 30 percent for PTSD has been denied, and the Board does not have jurisdiction to consider this issue as there is no Notice of Disagreement or Substantive Appeal filed with respect to the September 2012 rating decision.

The Veteran's claim for an initial evaluation in excess of 30 percent for his service-connected residuals of a right facial zygomatic fracture, to include pain and headaches, was denied. The effective dates for the awards of service connection for PTSD and major depressive disorder were granted earlier than January 14, 2010.

The Veteran's claim for an initial rating in excess of 70 percent for posttraumatic stress disorder was granted, effective October 30, 2003.

The Veteran's PTSD is manifested by occupational and social impairment with occasional decrease in work efficiency and intermittent periods of inability to perform occupational tasks due to symptoms such as depressed mood, anxiety, chronic sleep impairment, and mild memory loss. The Board grants an initial 30 percent disability rating for PTSD.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, major depressive disorder, dysthymic disorder, anxiety disorder, and adjustment disorder. The decision concluded that his current diagnoses are not related to his military service.

The Veteran's claim for an earlier effective date of June 28, 2010, for a 50% disability evaluation for his psychiatric disorder is granted. The effective date was determined based on the fact that the Veteran became entitled to this rating on June 28, 2010, when he began reporting for VA psychotherapy.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for GERD as secondary to PTSD and an increased rating for residuals of a left thigh sfw are being remanded due to the need for further development by the RO.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded due to the need for additional development, including obtaining medical records and scheduling a VA examination.

The Veteran's appeal has been withdrawn by his representative prior to the Board making a decision.

The Veteran's service-connected PTSD, bilateral hearing loss, and tinnitus do not render him unemployable prior to January 6, 2011.

The Board has ordered a remand for further development, including obtaining additional medical records and scheduling the Veteran for VA examinations to address his claims of service connection for PTSD and a bilateral foot disorder.

The Veteran's appeal is being remanded for additional development of his claims, including obtaining missing VA examination reports and clinical records. The ratings for PTSD will be reconsidered based on the new evidence.

The Board has ordered additional development to verify the Veteran's period of service from 1977 to 1979, obtain VA treatment records from Tuskegee VAMC, and provide a VA examination for psychiatric disorders. The case will be returned to the Board after these actions are completed.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's PTSD is as likely as not related to her active duty, and service connection for a psychiatric disorder, specifically PTSD, is granted.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, specifically PTSD, is being remanded due to the need for additional medical examination and consideration of all relevant evidence.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's PTSD is service-connected based on in-service stressors of sexual assault and witnessing a fatal airshow crash.

The Veteran's service-connected conditions do not render him in need of regular aid and attendance or housebound due to his disabilities, as he is able to perform most self-care functions independently.

The Veteran is entitled to a TDIU effective July 22, 2002, as her service-connected PTSD and related conditions have rendered her unable to secure or follow substantially gainful employment.

The Veteran's PTSD has been rated at 30 percent, reflecting occupational and social impairment with deficiencies in most areas.

The Veteran's appeal is mixed, with some issues granted and others not. The claims for service connection for irritable bowel syndrome and gastroesophageal reflux disease to include as secondary to posttraumatic stress disorder are pending. The claim for increase in rating for coronary artery disease from May 25, 2005, to April 2, 2009, is granted. The claims for an earlier effective date for a total disability rating based on individual unemployability and special monthly compensation by reason of being housebound are pending. The claim for educational assistance pursuant to Chapter 35 of Title 38 of the United States Code has not been adjudicated yet.