VASRD 7306 · Digestive System

Duodenal Ulcer VA Disability Rating

A sore in the upper small intestine causing stomach pain, nausea, or bleeding.

VA Rating Tiers

RatingCriteria
10%Mild; with recurring symptoms once or twice yearly.
20%Moderate; recurring episodes of severe symptoms two or three times a year.
40%Moderately severe; less than severe but with impairment of health.
60%Severe; with pain only partially relieved by therapy and health impairment.

How the VA Evaluates Duodenal Ulcer

Based on frequency, severity of symptoms, and response to treatment.

Approval rate

Moderate if well-documented by endoscopy and physician records.

Annual service-connected

30,000 veterans

Average rating

20%

Best Evidence to Gather

  • •Endoscopy reports
  • •Gastroenterologist records
  • •History of GI bleeding

Strategy Tips

  • •Submit specialist reports
  • •Document flare-ups
  • •Keep medication history

C&P Exam Pitfalls

  • •Symptoms reported but no objective testing
  • •Undocumented medication use

Common Filing Mistakes

  • •Confusing symptoms with GERD
  • •Failing to include dietary impact

Onset Patterns

  • •Pain after eating
  • •Worsens with NSAID use

Secondary Conditions

Conditions commonly linked to Duodenal Ulcer. Service-connecting a secondary condition can increase your combined rating.

Common questions about Duodenal Ulcer

Is Duodenal Ulcer a VA-rated disability?
Yes. The VA rates Duodenal Ulcer under VASRD diagnostic code 7306 (Digestive System). A sore in the upper small intestine causing stomach pain, nausea, or bleeding.
What VA disability rating can I get for Duodenal Ulcer?
Possible VA ratings for Duodenal Ulcer are 10%, 20%, 40%, 60%. Examples: 10% — Mild; with recurring symptoms once or twice yearly.; 20% — Moderate; recurring episodes of severe symptoms two or three times a year.; 40% — Moderately severe; less than severe but with impairment of health..
What's the typical VA rating awarded for Duodenal Ulcer?
The average awarded rating for Duodenal Ulcer is 20%. Roughly 30,000 veterans are service-connected for Duodenal Ulcer each year. Typical approval likelihood: Moderate if well-documented by endoscopy and physician records..
What evidence helps prove Duodenal Ulcer for VA disability?
Strong evidence for a Duodenal Ulcer claim includes: Endoscopy reports; Gastroenterologist records; History of GI bleeding.
What mistakes should veterans avoid when claiming Duodenal Ulcer?
Common pitfalls when filing for Duodenal Ulcer: Confusing symptoms with GERD; Failing to include dietary impact.
What conditions are commonly secondary to Duodenal Ulcer?
Conditions often service-connected as secondary to Duodenal Ulcer include: , , . Filing for secondary conditions can increase a veteran's combined VA rating.

Estimate your combined rating

See how Duodenal Ulcer combines with your other service-connected conditions using the official VA combined-ratings formula.

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