GERD (acid reflux) decisions — 2020

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities made him unable to secure and follow substantially gainful employment as of January 1, 2013. The Board granted TDIU effective from April 4, 2013.

The Board has granted service connection for right and left hip disorders that are aggravated by the Veteran's service-connected bilateral knee and right shoulder conditions. The claim for GERD secondary to PTSD is remanded.

The Veteran's GERD is being remanded for an additional VA examination due to the inconsistency in the November 2017 VA-contracted examination report, which does not provide enough information to evaluate his current severity under the pertinent diagnostic code rating criteria.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for a right middle finger scar was denied as there is no current evidence of such a condition.,Service connection for a left hand disability and GERD were also denied due to lack of evidence linking these conditions to active duty.

The Board has remanded the claims for additional development due to concerns regarding the adequacy of VA medical opinions and the need for further consideration of certain exposures.

The Board denied the Veteran's claim for service connection for gastrointestinal reflux disease (GERD) as there was no evidence that GERD manifested in or was caused by his military service.

Service connection for PTSD, a left knee disorder, OSA, COPD, GERD, and headaches has been granted.,Effective dates prior to the specified dates have not been established.

The Veteran's appeal is remanded for additional evaluations and documentation to determine his eligibility for VR&E services, including a change in the vocational rehabilitation employment goal, additional education in pursuit of an M.D., or other appropriate training.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including back disorder, bilateral lumbar radiculopathy of the lower extremity sciatic nerves, tinnitus, and GERD, have rendered him unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation. The Board has granted a total disability rating based on individual unemployability (TDIU).

The Board has remanded the case due to conflicting opinions regarding the relationship between the Veteran's esophageal disabilities and his military service, particularly exposure to burn pits during the Gulf War. The claim will be reviewed again for a new opinion on whether there is at least a 50% probability that the disabilities are related to service.

The Board granted service connection for irritable bowel syndrome with gastroesophageal reflux disease effective January 12, 2017 on the basis of new and material evidence submitted after a previous denial in July 2007.

The Veteran's claim for a clothing allowance due to use of custom insoles/sling supports was denied as shoes are not classified as articles of 'clothing' that can be damaged by wear and tear for purposes of a VA clothing allowance.

The Board has granted service connection for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and remanded the issues of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and right paralyzed hemidiaphragm with exercise-induced bronchospasm.

The Veteran's application to reopen claims for GERD and heart disorder was granted. The applications for lumbar spine disorder and cervical spine disorder were denied.

The Board has remanded the case due to inadequate development of evidence regarding the Veteran's employability and non-service-connected disabilities. The VA must schedule an examination to assess the severity and permanency of all his disabilities, including their impact on employment.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient information regarding the Veteran's GERD and ulcer disorder, including whether he currently experiences symptoms of an ulcer disorder. The Veteran is also seeking a higher initial evaluation for his GERD.

The Veteran's claims for service connection for colitis and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) as secondary to PTSD are denied. The cardiac disorder claim is remanded.

The Board has determined that the Veteran's gastrointestinal disability, diagnosed as GERD, first manifested in service and has persisted since service separation. Therefore, service connection for this condition is granted.

The Board has granted service connection for bilateral hearing loss and remanded the issues of left shoulder disability and GERD due to lack of probative value in the previous VA examination.

The Board has determined that the Veteran does not have asthma or hypertension in service, and thus cannot establish service connection for these conditions.,For her headaches, the Veteran's claim is remanded as there are insufficient medical records to determine if they were incurred during service.