New VA Benefits for Veterans: GERD & IBS Rating Increase Explained

Welcome to the Prepare to Compete Podcast! In this episode, we're diving deep into the latest updates on VA benefits for veterans dealing with GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) and IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome).
Join us as Kenneth Davis discusses the newly increased rating percentages for these conditions, effective May 19th, 2024. We'll cover everything you need to know about:
Understanding GERD and IBS and their symptoms
How these conditions can be service-connected
Navigating the VA's diagnostic codes and criteria
Maximizing your VA disability ratings up to 80%
Common challenges veterans face with these conditions
Learn about the impact of these changes, how to document your symptoms, and the importance of accurate medical evidence to support your claims. Whether you're a veteran currently dealing with these issues or someone looking to understand more about VA benefits, this episode provides valuable insights and practical advice.
Don’t forget to check out our new series, Veteran Voices, where veterans share their personal stories and experiences from their time in service.
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0:00- 3:30 Intro
4:29- 5:30 Types of digestive issues
5:31-13:22 Effective Dates
13:23- 16:55 Common Symptoms
16:57-30:42 How to receive 80%
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[@carlsmith2826]

What about the scuttlebutt about Peter salt and the effects of the hormonal system on sailors and afloat marines.

[@johneagle3322]

IBS is now rated as a symptom under GERD, I know first hand because I was rated 30 each for both and the VA took the IBS back recently and said it was a "clear and unmistakable error" on their part.

[@preparetocompetepodcast]

@@johneagle3322 thank you for watching and adding to the conversation.

[@carlsmith2826]

By the way for those that served in the Navy abroad nuclear powered aircraft carriers the Desalinated water had micro orbs in the potable water system. No one to my knowledge has done a long term effects of these micro orbs .

[@carlsmith2826]

I literally saw stamped on a box of steaks rejected by federal penitentiary while in service .

[@preparetocompetepodcast]

Wow... Thanks for sharing.

[@pristinencleantvinstalltions]

A while back I filed for gerd and wasn’t able to get it service connected. Am I able to reclaim?

[@preparetocompetepodcast]

@@pristinencleantvinstalltions yes you can absolutely reclaim it. If you can apply for it within one year of the denied decision date even better. You will maintain your initial Intent to file date to receive more backpay once it’s approved. If you need help applying for it, we can schedule a free consultation to see how we can help. calendly.com/vets4vetsconsulting/initial-consultation?back=1&month=2024-07

[@pristinencleantvinstalltions]

@@preparetocompetepodcast thanks!

[@danielmchugh8231]

When I was on the carrier 2008 - 2013 I suffered 2 times gastro virus from food contamination. Told C&P for my IBS claim and he said there is no correlation. Can you help?

[@preparetocompetepodcast]

@@danielmchugh8231 thank you for sharing your story. If it’s in your medical records we have a lot of room to assist with that and many other conditions possibly. Let’s schedule a free consultation using the link below: calendly.com/vets4vetsconsulting/initial-consultation?back=1&month=2024-07

[@danielmchugh8231]

@@preparetocompetepodcast thank you, I scheduled an appointment. I unfortunately don’t see it in my medical records which is odd because the entire ship got it essentially and I had to go to medical as a result. I just can’t seem to find it. Thanks.

[@preparetocompetepodcast]

@@danielmchugh8231 as long as there’s a connection point to service time we can build on that.

[@rickkane8043]

I think IBS still maximum 30 but probably no zeros percent and gerd ridiculously ain’t even a gerd no mores