Granted
The Board granted an initial increased rating of 70 percent, but no higher, prior to November 22, 2024, for Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
The deciding factor: The Veteran's reported suicidal ideation throughout the appeal period warranted a 70 percent rating due to occupational and social impairment with deficiencies in most areas.
- Claimed conditions
- Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 70%
- Decision date
- October 2, 2025
- Citation
- 25012364
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