The veteran's service-connected digestive disorder (duodenal ulcer and schistosomiasis with a history of liver cirrhosis) was rated at 30 percent prior to March 4, 2003, and increased to 40 percent on and after that date. The claim for an increased rating is denied as the disability does not meet the criteria for an evaluation in excess of 40 percent.
The deciding factor: The veteran's digestive disorder has been rated at 40 percent since March 4, 2003, which is the maximum schedular rating available under Diagnostic Code 7305 (for duodenal ulcers). The evidence does not support a higher evaluation as his symptoms have remained consistent with those warranting a 40 percent rating.
- Claimed conditions
- duodenal ulcer, schistosomiasis with a history of liver cirrhosis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 40%
- Decision date
- October 14, 2005
- Citation
- 0527864
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