GERD (acid reflux) Board decisions

The Board denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for chronic bronchitis and an initial compensable rating for IBS/GERD, finding that there was no evidence of chronic bronchitis and that the current noncompensable rating assigned to IBS/GERD is appropriate.

The Veteran's service connection claim for residuals of pneumonia, other than GERD, was denied as there is no competent medical evidence of current residuals of pneumonia. The claim for service connection for GERD, claimed as a residual of pneumonia, will be remanded to the RO.

The Board has granted service connection for gastritis and GERD with hiatal hernia and subsequent Barrett's esophagus, dysplasia, and esophagogastrectomy. The Veteran's symptoms of chronic digestive issues during service are considered to be related to his current conditions.

The Board has remanded the case for additional development due to the need for a VA examination and further review of the medical records.

The Board has remanded the Veteran's claims of service connection for gastroesophageal reflux disease and a right foot disability due to insufficient development and consideration.

The Veteran's gastroesophageal reflux disease, including duodenitis, has been rated at 10 percent since July 30, 2002.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for increased ratings for his service-connected disabilities, including right wrist tendonitis, asthma, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The Veteran is still entitled to the current evaluations assigned.

The Veteran's claims for increased ratings and service connection were denied. The Veteran's asthma was not found to warrant a higher rating, and his obstructive sleep apnea was determined not to be related to his GERD.

The Board has remanded the case for further development, including a new VA examination to address service connection claims for tinnitus and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

The Board has determined that the Veteran's hypertension and gastroesophageal reflux disease were not incurred during active service, and thus denied both claims.

The Veteran's appeals for increased ratings on her right foot disability and hemorrhoids have been dismissed due to withdrawal of the claims. The effective date for a 20 percent rating for hemorrhoids has been granted as June 21, 2004.

The Veteran's claim for special monthly pension based on the need for regular aid and attendance of another person was denied. However, he is eligible for special monthly pension by reason of being housebound due to his age over 65 and multiple disabilities.

The Veteran's GERD and IBS have been rated at 30 percent since November 8, 2007. The Board found that the symptoms do not warrant a higher rating.

The Veteran's gastrointestinal disorder (GERD) and right hydrocele with scrotal adhesions have been granted service connection. The Veteran is also entitled to a 20% rating for his right hydrocele and scrotal adhesions, effective from the date of claim.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities, including PTSD and other conditions, do not render him unemployable without regard to his age.

The Board has granted service connection for GERD, finding that it is not related to service but aggravated by the Veteran's service-connected diabetes mellitus.

The Veteran's GERD is characterized by abdominal pain, heartburn, chest and arm pain, dysphagia, regurgitation, nausea, vomiting, constipation, bloating, uncontrollable gas and bad breath. The Board finds that the disability picture more closely approximates a 30 percent disability rating.

The Board has granted the requested increased evaluations and service connection for certain disabilities based on the evidence of record.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for various conditions, finding no evidence of these conditions during active duty and insufficient medical evidence linking them to his military service.

The Board has ordered additional development of the claims, including obtaining medical records and information from SSA. The veteran's service connection claims for hypertension, arthritis, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and COPD are being remanded to allow for further review.