PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) Board decisions

The Veteran's PTSD is currently rated at 50 percent, and the Board has continued this evaluation. The combined rating for his service-connected PTSD and esophagus/stomach disability remains at 70 percent.

The Board found that the Veteran's service-connected PTSD did not contribute to his death from lung cancer, and thus denied the claim for cause of death.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, is at least 50% likely to be due to military sexual trauma (MST) events during service and has granted service connection for this condition.

The Veteran's appeal is remanded due to the need for a new VA examination and additional treatment records. The Veteran seeks an increased disability evaluation for his PTSD.

The Veteran's depressive and anxiety disorder, not otherwise specified, was incurred in service. The Board granted the claim for this condition but denied it for PTSD.

The Veteran's claim for an increased rating for dysthymic disorder with PTSD is denied as her symptoms do not meet the criteria for a higher disability rating.

The Veteran's PTSD is rated at the highest possible level of disability, with a rating of 70 percent. The left knee ACL tear and menisci tears are each rated at their maximum levels (20% for ACL tear and 10% for menisci tears). CFS is also rated at its maximum level (40%).

The Board has determined that the Veteran's PTSD is service-connected as it was incurred during his active duty.

The Board has remanded the case for further development and consideration of service connection for psychiatric disabilities, including PTSD. The Veteran's accounts of stressor events in service will be evaluated to determine their credibility and whether they are corroborated by evidence. Additionally, the relationship between any diagnosed psychiatric disabilities and service will be assessed.

The Veteran's PTSD is rated at 70 percent prior to April 20, 2004. The Board also found that the Veteran meets criteria for a TDIU due to his service-connected PTSD.

The Board has determined that the appellant's current psychiatric disability, including PTSD with schizoaffective disorder, depression, and psychosis, had its inception during his period of active duty. Therefore, service connection for these conditions is granted.

The Veteran's PTSD is currently manifested by obsessional rituals, sleep disturbances, depression, anxiety, irritability, occasional spatial disorientation, social and occupational impairment, and suicidal ideation. The Board has determined that a 70 percent evaluation is warranted as of December 1, 2009.

The Veteran's appeal is remanded for further development, including obtaining medical records and scheduling a VA examination to assess the severity of his PTSD.

The Board found that the Veteran did not meet the diagnostic criteria for PTSD or any other psychiatric disability, and thus denied his claim for service connection.

The Board has reopened the Veteran's claim for service connection for PTSD and granted service connection for bilateral hearing loss. The claim for tinnitus was not addressed in this decision.

The Veteran's PTSD is currently rated at 50 percent from May 20, 1998. The evidence does not support a higher rating or an earlier effective date.

The Veteran's TDIU claim is being remanded for additional development, including a VA examination to assess his employability due to service-connected disabilities. The case will be reviewed again after the examination and any necessary extraschedular consideration.

The Veteran's PTSD disability is rated at 100 percent effective May 29, 2007, due to total occupational and social impairment.

The Board has granted service connection for PTSD and dysthymia, finding that the Veteran's symptoms are related to his fear of dying while in country. The right ankle disorder claim is not addressed as it lacks a current diagnosis.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's service connection claims for a psychiatric disorder (PTSD) and bilateral hip conditions are granted, with the exception of her right hip condition which is pending further development.