GERD (acid reflux) Board decisions

The Board has dismissed all claims of service connection and increased ratings for various conditions, including diabetes, eye conditions, GERD, gout, hypothyroidism, neck disability, left shoulder disability, left knee disability, right knee disability, and bilateral hearing loss. The effective dates for the granted disabilities have also been dismissed.

The Board has granted an initial disability rating of 10 percent for GERD, effective April 13, 2023. The earlier effective date issue is moot as the benefit sought was already granted.

The Veteran's appeal for service connection for GERD was dismissed because the authorized representative requested to withdraw the claim.

The Veteran's service-connected disabilities did not prevent him from securing and following substantially gainful employment during the period under review.

The Board has granted the Veteran's claim for service connection for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) due to new and relevant evidence submitted in conjunction with his December 2020 supplemental claim. The Board found that the Veteran experienced symptoms of GERD since service, which have progressively worsened post-separation.

The Board has denied the Veteran's claims for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, a lung disability, and a stomach disability. The low back disability claim is remanded.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence regarding whether the Veteran's GERD condition is related to his service. The VA examiner's opinion was deemed inadequate as it did not consider all relevant evidence, including the Veteran's statements about symptoms during and after service.

The Veteran's GERD was granted an initial evaluation of 10 percent for the period from January 24, 2023 to May 18, 2024. For the entire period on appeal, a higher evaluation in excess of 10 percent is denied.

The Board has granted the Veteran's claim for service connection for tinnitus, but has remanded the issue of service connection for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) due to insufficient medical opinion regarding exposure basis.

The Board denied service connection for dry eye syndrome, headaches, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), obstructive sleep apnea, and urinary frequency as there was no persuasive evidence of their onset or relationship to service.

The Veteran's GERD is found to be secondary to his service-connected bilateral knee conditions, specifically due to the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for pain management.,The Veteran's obstructive sleep apnea is found to be secondary to his service-connected right knee disabilities and related to his weight gain.

The Board has denied service connection for a left knee condition and right shoulder condition, but has remanded the claims of service connection for generalized anxiety disorder and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).,The Veteran's claims for service connection are being returned to the AOJ for further development.

The Board denied the claims for service connection for a kidney disability, an eye condition (to include as due to diabetes mellitus type II), and GERD. The issues of initial ratings and effective dates were also addressed.

The Board has determined that the Veteran requires aid and attendance of another person due to his service-connected disabilities, with a focus on PTSD. However, there is insufficient evidence in the record to determine if he requires regular aid and attendance as a result of these conditions or solely from PTSD. The case is being remanded for further evaluation.

The Veteran's service-connected unspecified depressive disorder with anxious distress, cognitive disorder, and memory loss, along with other disabilities, qualifies him for special monthly compensation based on total disability rating.

The Veteran's Barrett's esophagitis and GERD were granted service connection as they developed during his military service. However, the Veteran's supraventricular arrhythmia, implanted cardiac pacemaker, and sick sinus syndrome were denied as there was no evidence linking these conditions to his military service.

The Veteran's claim for service connection for an acquired psychiatric disorder, including PTSD, anxiety disorder, and major depressive disorder, is granted.,Service connection for GERD, coronary artery disease, and a condition manifested by chronic nosebleeds is denied.

The Board has remanded the case due to insufficient evidence regarding whether the Veteran's gastroesophageal reflux disease is secondary to his service-connected posttraumatic stress disorder.

The Board has decided to remand the case due to the need for additional examination and opinions regarding the Veteran's service-connected gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) to determine its current severity.

The Board has granted service connection for a bilateral hip disorder, right knee disorder status post-replacement, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and sleep apnea. The conditions are found to be directly attributable to active duty service.