GERD (acid reflux) decisions — 2023

The Veteran's claim for a higher disability rating for GERD was denied. The Board found that the increase in disability was not factually ascertainable within one year prior to November 2, 2001.,The Veteran's request for an earlier effective date for his 30 percent disability rating for GERD was also denied. The Board concluded that there was no evidence of a factual increase in disability during the period before November 2, 2001.

The Veteran's IBS with GERD is rated at 60 percent from October 30, 2015. The effective date for this rating is October 30, 2015.,A separate disability rating of 10 percent for internal hemorrhoids is granted as of October 30, 2015.

The Board has granted a 30 percent rating for gastritis with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), Barrett's esophagus, and a globus sensation, effective from the date of the decision.

The Veteran's appeals for various conditions, including left thumb fracture, lumbar and cervical spine conditions, right shoulder and knee conditions, ankle and foot conditions, and GERD are being remanded due to the need for additional medical examinations.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and effective dates are being remanded due to the receipt of additional evidence.,Service connection for PFB is also being remanded.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including GERD and back conditions, did not render him unable to secure or follow substantially gainful employment prior to October 3, 2017.

The Board has remanded the claims for esophageal disability, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), hernia disability, pancreatic disability, and Type II diabetes mellitus due to herbicide exposure. The Veteran's service treatment records are incomplete, and further efforts must be made to obtain them. A VA examination is also needed to determine if the disabilities are related to his in-service exposure to commercial herbicides.

The Veteran's bladder disability, GERD, and eye disabilities are remanded for additional development due to inadequate medical opinions.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities render him unable to care for his daily needs without requiring the regular aid and attendance of another person, leading to a grant of special monthly compensation based on aid and attendance.

The Board dismissed all issues on appeal due to the Veteran's withdrawal of his appeals.

The Veteran's appeals for service connection and increased ratings were withdrawn, resulting in the dismissal of all related claims.,Service Connection for Obstructive Sleep Apnea was granted.

The Board has remanded the case for further examination and evaluation due to insufficient evidence regarding the Veteran's claimed conditions, particularly chronic fatigue syndrome, skin condition, IBS with constipation, functional gastrointestinal disorder including GERD, and painful joints.

The Board has granted the Veteran's claims for service connection for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), both found to be secondary to his service-connected PTSD.

The Board has granted service connection for bilateral tinnitus and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), finding that the Veteran's conditions are related to his active duty service.

The Board has remanded the claims for esophageal cancer and GERD due to potential service connection based on herbicide agent exposure, asbestos exposure, or as secondary to a pre-existing condition. The Veteran's death necessitates further examination and opinion regarding his GERD.

The Veteran's application to reopen the claim of service connection for PTSD was granted. Service connection for bradycardia, GERD, lower back disability, and lung nodules were denied.

The Board has remanded the claims for service connection for various conditions, including sleep apnea, headaches, gastrointestinal disorder, erectile dysfunction, low back disorder, and right ankle disorder. The additional medical evidence must be reviewed by the AOJ.

The Veteran withdrew their appeal for a rating in excess of 10 percent for chronic gastritis and acid reflux, resulting in the dismissal of this case.

The Veteran's GERD is rated at 30 percent prior to March 16, 2022, and at 60 percent from that date. The appeal period for the rating of GERD has been granted.

The Board has remanded the cases due to new evidence added since the July 2019 Statement of the Case.