The VA denied an increased evaluation for the appellant's gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) disability, finding that her symptoms did not warrant a rating higher than 10 percent.
The deciding factor: The clinical findings and treatment records do not support a higher evaluation as there is no evidence of persistent epigastric distress with dysphagia, pyrosis, or regurgitation accompanied by substernal or arm/shoulder pain that would significantly impact her health.
- Claimed conditions
- Gastroesophageal reflux (GERD)
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- March 21, 2006
- Citation
- 0608043
What this means for you
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