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Thanks for the replies. I was reading through my C&P exam and found what is probably a key statement from the examiner. Based on the current examination and a review of vbms/va records, it is this examiner’s opinion that the veteran continues to meet criteria for other specified trauma and stressor related disorder. He continues to experience mental health symptoms, including sleep impairment, panic attacks, and anxiety in social situations. The veteran reported that he currently uses cannabis to manage his anxiety and sleep problems. His use of cannabis may affect his ability to obtai

I’m currently rated at 50% for ptsd and anxiety. This C&P exam is for a ratings increase, insomnia, drug abuse disorder, and IU 1. Diagnosis a. Does the veteran now have or has he ever been diagnosed with a mental disorder? [x]yes icd code: f43.8 if the the veteran currently has one or more mental disorders that conform to dsm-5 criteria, provide all diagnoses: #1 other specified trauma and stressor related disorder. Icd code f43.8 #2 cannabis use disorder, moderate icd code f12.12 2. differentiation of symptoms a. Does the veteran have more tha