PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) Board decisions

The veteran's PTSD is currently rated at 70 percent, and the Board finds that it does not meet the criteria for a higher rating.

The Board has ordered further development due to the need for additional evidence and clarification. The case is now being remanded to the RO for specific actions, including requesting records from the Social Security Administration and obtaining information from USASCRUR regarding a claimed in-service stressor.

The veteran's service-connected PTSD contributed to his death, and he is eligible for dependents' educational assistance.

The veteran's claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, is being remanded due to inadequate notice and the need to obtain additional evidence.

The Board has ordered further development due to the need for additional evidence. The case is now being remanded to the RO for specific actions.

The Board has determined that new and material evidence has been received to reopen the veteran's claims for service connection for PTSD and an acquired psychiatric disorder other than PTSD. The veteran will now have a chance to provide additional evidence supporting these claims.

The Board has determined that the veteran currently has PTSD as a result of his service in Korea and grants service connection for this condition.

The Board has remanded the case for additional evaluations of PTSD and shell fragment wounds, including a VA psychiatric examination to assess PTSD symptoms and a VA examination of right shoulder and chest wall residuals. The RO will then readjudicate the claims based on the new evidence.

The Board has ordered further development due to pending issues regarding the veteran's PTSD evaluation. The case is now remanded for additional examination and consideration.

The Board has determined that the veteran's post-traumatic stress disorder is related to his service in Vietnam, and thus grants the claim for service connection.

The Board has granted service connection for PTSD and assigned a 50% evaluation effective from March 6, 1998. The veteran's claim was received on that date.

The Board has denied the veteran's claims for service connection for various conditions, including PTSD, major depression, chronic fatigue with loss of stamina and sex drive, a skin disorder, left shoulder tendonitis, and left hip condition. The evaluation for bilateral sensorineural hearing loss remains unchanged.

The Board has remanded the case due to failure in verifying the veteran's claimed stressors, and the RO is instructed to send a summary of the alleged stressor to USASCRUR for verification. If verified, a VA psychiatric examination will be scheduled.

The VA denied an increased rating for post-traumatic stress disorder, finding that the condition did not meet criteria for a higher disability rating.

The Board found that the veteran does not currently have PTSD and therefore denied his claim for service connection.

The Board has determined that the veteran's PTSD with dysthymic disorder warrants a 70 percent rating, reflecting significant occupational and social impairment.

The Board has determined that the veteran's PTSD produces significant occupational and social impairment, warranting a higher initial evaluation of 70 percent.

The Board has determined that new and material evidence has been submitted to reopen the claims for PTSD and sleep apnea, but has not found sufficient evidence to grant service connection for these conditions.,Service connection was denied for obesity and asthma.

The Board has ordered further development due to missing VA medical records. The case will be returned for additional consideration.

The veteran's service-connected PTSD is manifested by symptoms including suicidal ideation, near-continuous depression, and some neglect of personal appearance. The Board has determined that the disability picture more nearly approximates occupational and social impairment with deficiencies in most areas.