PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) Board decisions

The Board denied the veteran's claim for an earlier effective date for the grant of service connection for PTSD, finding that there was no evidence indicating an intent to apply for this benefit prior to September 28, 2000.

The Board has remanded the case for further development and consideration of the veteran's claims, including an evaluation in excess of 50 percent for PTSD, an earlier effective date for the 50 percent rating, and a TDIU.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence regarding the veteran's claimed psychiatric disabilities, including bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. The RO is instructed to obtain additional medical records and verify any stressors associated with service.

The veteran's PTSD has been rated at 70 percent since April 2004, effective from January 24, 2003.

The Board has restored the veteran's original 40% rating for his low back disorder and granted service connection for PTSD. The effective date is to be determined based on the evidence provided.

The Board has remanded the case for further development to verify the veteran's claimed stressors and to provide a comprehensive psychiatric examination.

The veteran's appeal is being remanded to the RO for further action, including scheduling a hearing before a Veterans Law Judge at the Los Angeles Regional Office. The case will be returned to the Board if necessary.

The Board has determined that new and material evidence has been received to reopen the veteran's claim of service connection for PTSD. The underlying question of whether PTSD is related to military service remains under consideration.

The Board has reopened the veteran's claim of service connection for PTSD due to new evidence received since the 1996 rating decision. The claim is now pending for further review.

The VA denied the veteran's claims for increased ratings for PTSD and residuals of a fracture of the left mandible, finding that the symptoms did not warrant higher evaluations.

The veteran's claims for service connection were denied across the board. The Board found no evidence of chronic conditions or injuries during service, and there was insufficient medical evidence to establish a nexus between any current disabilities and military service.

The Board has granted a 100 percent disability rating for PTSD with a major depressive disorder from December 15, 1999 to July 1, 2001.

The Board found that the veteran's diagnosed PTSD was incurred during his service in Vietnam, and thus granted his claim for service connection.

The Board has granted an effective date of August 21, 1998 for the award of service connection for PTSD. The issue of a rating in excess of 50 percent for PTSD based on initial determination is now remanded to the RO.

The Board has determined that the veteran's reported stressors, including threats and illegal activity, occurred during service. The VA examiner confirmed these stressors and concluded there is a link between the current PTSD symptoms and one or more of the verified inservice stressors.

The veteran's PTSD is currently rated at 70 percent disabling, reflecting significant occupational and social impairment.

The Board has determined that new and material evidence has been submitted to reopen the claim for service connection for PTSD, which is a condition previously denied in 1994. The veteran's military records indicate he served in Vietnam and engaged in combat with the enemy during his service. His claims of PTSD are supported by medical diagnoses and corroborated by military reports indicating exposure to combat.

The veteran's claim for a PTSD evaluation from October 22, 1992 to May 18, 1993 is considered final due to his withdrawal of appeal. For the period from May 19, 1993 to November 6, 1996, he was granted a 50% evaluation for PTSD and found unemployable.

The Board has reopened the claim of entitlement to service connection for PTSD due to new evidence submitted since the last denial. The veteran's PTSD is now considered incurred in active service.

Since service connection for PTSD became effective on October 5, 1999, the veteran's condition has been characterized by a restricted mood and affect; intrusive memories; irritability; impaired motivation; difficulty getting along with others; mistrust; startle response; and occasional suicidal ideation. The Board finds that these symptoms warrant an initial rating of 70 percent.