The VA has granted an increased evaluation of 50 percent for dysthymic disorder and a separate 30 percent evaluation for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), but denied the request for an increased evaluation for irritable bowel syndrome with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
The deciding factor: The VA found that the veteran's dysthymic disorder was manifested by occupational and social impairment with reduced reliability and productivity, warranting a 50 percent evaluation. The gastroesophageal reflux disease was found to be comparable to moderate stricture of the esophagus, warranting a separate 30 percent evaluation.
- Claimed conditions
- Dysthymic disorder, Irritable bowel syndrome with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 50%
- Decision date
- September 26, 2005
- Citation
- 0526328
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