The Board granted a 40 percent rating for peptic ulcer disease with severe esophagitis, as the Veteran experienced recurrent incapacitating episodes averaging 10 days or more in duration at least four times a year.

The deciding factor: The evidence supported that the Veteran's peptic ulcer disease symptoms were more severe than those required for a 20 percent rating but consistent with the criteria for a 40 percent rating.

Claimed conditions

peptic ulcer disease with severe esophagitis

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

40%

Decision date

October 22, 2025

Citation

A25091045

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