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GERD and digestiveevidence checklist.

Digestive ratings changed in 2024 and now key on symptom combinations and treatment requirements. Document the pattern, not just the diagnosis.

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  • Current diagnosis (GERD, IBS, gastritis, etc.) and any endoscopy or imaging reports
  • The connection theory: direct, or secondary to medication (long term NSAIDs) or a mental health condition
  • Symptom log: heartburn frequency, regurgitation, sleep disruption, episodes per week
  • Dietary restrictions and what happens when you deviate
  • Medication list: daily prescription requirement matters to the criteria
  • For IBS: episode frequency, abdominal pain pattern, and bathroom urgency examples
  • Weight changes, anemia, or swallowing trouble, if present
  • Work and social impact: meals, travel, meetings
  • Lay statement and household witness statement
GERD condition page Recently changed ratings
An educational list of evidence types VA commonly reviews for this claim family. It is not legal advice or a filing instruction, and a specific claim may need more, less, or different evidence. A VA accredited representative can review what your file actually needs.
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GERD and digestive evidence checklist, August 19, 2026. Evidence VA commonly reviews; educational, not filing instructions.
Digestive ratings changed in 2024 and now key on symptom combinations and treatment requirements. Document the pattern, not just the diagnosis.
Current diagnosis (GERD, IBS, gastritis, etc.) and any endoscopy or imaging reports
The connection theory: direct, or secondary to medication (long term NSAIDs) or a mental health condition
Symptom log: heartburn frequency, regurgitation, sleep disruption, episodes per week
Dietary restrictions and what happens when you deviate
Medication list: daily prescription requirement matters to the criteria
For IBS: episode frequency, abdominal pain pattern, and bathroom urgency examples
Weight changes, anemia, or swallowing trouble, if present
Work and social impact: meals, travel, meetings
Lay statement and household witness statement
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