Effective May 19, 2024, veterans are eligible to receive VA disability for GERD at either 0%, 10%, 30%, 50%, or 80% depending on the frequency, severity, and duration of symptoms and how …

Dec 4, 2025 · The ultimate veteran's guide on how VA rates GERD, eligibility for benefits, and ways to establish a service connection for GERD.

Nov 6, 2025 · Learn about the VA disability rating for gastroesophageal reflux disease and how to collect compensation if your GERD symptoms make it difficult to work.

Nov 19, 2025 · The VA provides disability benefits to veterans with conditions that were caused or made worse by their service in the military. This guide will break down each GERD VA rating …

Sep 1, 2025 · The VA rates GERD under Diagnostic Code 7206 (effective May 19, 2024), with ratings from 0% to 80%. The new rating criteria heavily emphasize the presence and severity …

Oct 27, 2025 · It explains how the VA currently rates GERD, summarizes recent regulatory updates, and outlines the types of medical documentation typically reviewed in these evaluations.

Ratings depend on how often and how severely symptoms interfere with health or daily function. Symptoms like heartburn, regurgitation, or indigestion occur but only occasionally. Little to no …

Nov 13, 2025 · As of May 2024, the VA awards GERD ratings based on the severity of structural damage and medical interventions needed: GERD is diagnosed, but the symptoms are mild …

Apr 17, 2025 · GERD is rated using diagnostic code 7206 for gastroesophageal reflux disease, which rates at 0%, 10%, 30%, 50%, or 80%, depending on the frequency and severity of …

Dec 15, 2025 · Clarifying the 38 CFR rules, diagnostic codes, and specific symptom thresholds required for VA GERD disability ratings. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a …