The veteran's postgastrectomy syndrome was rated at 20 percent from February 8, 1999 to August 20, 2003. From August 21, 2003 onwards, the rating was increased to 40 percent.
The deciding factor: The severity of the veteran's symptoms changed over time, with more frequent and severe episodes after August 20, 2003, warranting a higher rating.
- Claimed conditions
- postgastrectomy syndrome
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- April 14, 2008
- Citation
- 0812326
What this means for you
A partial grant means some issues were granted while others were denied or remanded — common in multi-issue claims. Look at which issues went which way, and how each was argued.
What you can do next
Related decisions
Other Board decisions on a similar condition or argued the same way.
- Denied
The Board has determined that the veteran's postgastrectomy syndrome does not warrant a rating in excess of 20 percent, as it is currently manifested by complaints of epigastric distress without evidence of diarrhea or weight loss.
- Denied
The Board denied the veteran's claim for an increased rating for postgastrectomy syndrome, finding that his condition did not meet the criteria for a higher disability rating.
- Granted
The Board granted service connection for obstructive sleep apnea, effective from the date of the February 2025 rating decision.
- Remanded (sent back)
The Board remands the claim for a medical examination to determine if the Veteran's current neck strain is related to his in-service activities.
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