The Veteran's major depressive disorder and bronchial asthma are both rated at the maximum allowable levels. The Board has ordered remand to obtain updated VA examinations to assess the current severity of these conditions.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's service-connected major depressive disorder and bronchial asthma have not been evaluated by a C&P Psychiatrist or Physician, and there is no indication that their current severity has been properly assessed.
- Claimed conditions
- major depressive disorder, bronchial asthma
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- February 25, 2020
- Citation
- 20014204
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What this means for you
A remand is not a loss. The Board sent the case back for more development — often a new exam or missing records — before making a final decision. Many remands later end in a grant, and the decision spells out exactly what the Board wanted to see.
What you can do next
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Veteran's claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD and major depressive disorder, is being remanded due to the need for additional development regarding his alleged stressors.
- Denied
The Veteran's service-connected bronchial asthma does not preclude him from maintaining substantial gainful employment.
- Dismissed
The Veteran's appeal for service connection for posttraumatic stress disorder and major depressive disorder has been dismissed as the appellant requested withdrawal of the appeal.
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