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An earlier effective date of July 28, 2021, for the award of a 70 percent evaluation of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is granted.

July 30, 2026Citation Nr. A26069986Docket 250530-555187va.gov source

  • PTSD - an earlier effective date for award of 70 percent ratingGranted
DecisionAnalysis

Board reasoning

The Board found that the Veteran's PTSD symptoms and medical records during the appeal period more nearly approximate occupational and social impairment with deficiencies in most areas, justifying an earlier effective date for the 70 percent rating to July 28, 2021. The September 2024 VA examiner’s findings, together with prior clinical notes, supported that the criteria were met during that period, despite some examinations being deemed inadequate for that time frame.

Issues

  • PTSD - an earlier effective date for award of 70 percent ratingGranted

Authorities

  • Calhoun v. McDonough, 37 Vet. App. 96 (2024)Cited to support the standard for determining when an earlier effective date may be warranted based on the record

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