The Veteran's digestive disorders, including postcholecystectomy syndrome with hepatomegaly and dilated common bile duct, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and diverticular disease, are currently rated at 50 percent. The Board denied an increased rating as the current rating adequately reflects his symptoms.
The deciding factor: The Veteran's digestive disorders have been evaluated under DC 7311-7301, which covers postcholecystectomy syndrome with hepatomegaly and dilated common bile duct. His current rating of 50 percent is considered appropriate as it encompasses all his conditions.
- Claimed conditions
- Postcholecystectomy Syndrome (PCS), Liver Distention, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diverticulitis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- 50%
- Decision date
- December 18, 2024
- Citation
- A24084712
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