Denied PTSD/MDD but...

[justtryintomakeit]

I was granted SC of Other specified trauma and stressor related disorder, related to PTSD - Personal Trauma. I would like to know is there a difference. I haven't received the Statement of Case from the DRO yet. Any information would be greatly appreciated!!!

[justtryintomakeit]

Ok because when I google "other specified trauma and stressor related disorder". Cases comes up and the code is 9411:

Criteria for other specified trauma and stressor related disorder (DC 9411).

By looking at this code it is the PTSD code so why did they call it something else.

Edited May 7, 2020 by justtryintomakeit

[justtryintomakeit]

UPDATE!!!

I received the statement if case which did deny PTSD claim. The reasoning was it was previously denied back in 2013 and since I didn’t appeal that decision was final. However it states:

Note: Service connection was granted for other specified trauma and stressor related disorder. This grant of service connection for other specified trauma and stressor related disorder is considered a partial grant of benefits sought on appeal. If you feel the grant fully satisfies your appeal on this issue, please let us know in writing as soon as possible.

So it is like I thought, PTSD was denied but I was granted Other specified trauma and stressor related disorder. I know I can only receive one MH rating, they all pay the same etc. So it really doesn't matter what they call it to me combat, non combat, natural disaster etc. 

[GBArmy]

Yes, it is positive news. MH disabilities are all rated under the same criteria, so it doesn't matter what they define it as long as you get the proper rating for all your symptoms.