The Veteran's claims for increased ratings were denied. The left wrist disability remains at a 10 percent rating, GERD received a 60 percent rating from March 6, 2020, and the painful abdominal scar continues to be rated as noncompensable.
The deciding factor: The evidence did not show functional or literal ankylosis of the left wrist, which is required for a higher rating. The GERD symptoms were found to approximate a level that would warrant a 60 percent rating based on persistent vomiting and weight loss. The abdominal scar was rated as noncompensable due to its small size and lack of instability or pain.
- Claimed conditions
- left wrist disability, GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), painful abdominal scar
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating
- Not verified here — check the original decision
- Decision date
- April 23, 2024
- Citation
- A24020324
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What this means for you
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What you can do next
Use your own notice and decision stage. A remanded issue is not a final court-appealable denial. VA review guidance and CAVC filing instructions (U.S. federal; reviewed October 7, 2026).
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