The Board denied service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, as the evidence does not show a link between current symptoms and in-service stressors.,Service connection for a left leg condition was also denied due to lack of aggravation during service. The Veteran's current knee disability is more likely attributed to post-service heavy work.
The deciding factor: The Veteran did not meet the diagnostic criteria for PTSD as established by VA, and his reported stressors could not be verified.,There was no increase in severity of the pre-existing left knee condition during service. The current symptoms are more likely due to post-service heavy work.
- Claimed conditions
- Acquired Psychiatric Disorder (including PTSD), Left Leg Condition
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- April 15, 2024
- Citation
- 24016003
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- Remanded (sent back)
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- Remanded (sent back)
The Board has determined that there are errors in the decision-making process and requires additional development to ensure compliance with VA's duty to assist. The Veteran is entitled to service connection for various conditions, but further evidence is needed due to missing service records.
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