The Veteran's appeal for a higher rating for PTSD was denied, and the claims of service connection for hepatic simple cyst, gastrointestinal disorder (including gastritis and/or gastroesophageal reflux disorder), obstructive sleep apnea, and hypothyroidism were remanded.,Service connection for PTSD and gastrointestinal disorders including gastritis and/or gastroesophageal reflux disorder was not established.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's symptoms did not meet the criteria for a higher rating of 70 percent or above for PTSD, as they more closely approximated the level of impairment associated with a 50 percent rating.,There is no evidence that the Veteran's hepatic simple cysts began during service or are related to an in-service injury, event, or disease.
- Claimed conditions
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Hepatic Simple Cyst, Gastrointestinal Disorder (including Gastritis and/or Gastroesophageal Reflux Disorder), Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Hypothyroidism, to include thyroiditis
- How they argued it
- Not specified
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- February 27, 2026
- Citation
- A26017916
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What this means for you
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What you can do next
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