{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Veterans Disability Nexus","title":"Gastritis and VA Disability: What Veterans Need to Know","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/b1ed6e0f\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":506,"description":"🎧 Episode SummaryIn this episode, Leah Bucholz breaks down how gastritis — inflammation of the stomach lining — is evaluated for VA disability benefits.Many Veterans experience chronic stomach pain, nausea, or digestive issues linked to service-related stress, medications, or other conditions. Leah explains how to build a strong service connection, understand the updated VA rating schedule for gastritis, and use medical evidence and research to support your claim.Whether you’re filing a new claim or appealing a denial, this episode will help you better understand what the VA looks for and how to strengthen your case.🩺 Key Topics Covered[00:00] — Welcome & Introduction Leah introduces Prestige Veteran Medical Consulting and the focus of today’s episode: helping Veterans understand gastritis and how it relates to VA disability benefits.[01:00] — What Is Gastritis? An overview of gastritis, common symptoms, and how it can develop from stress, NSAID use, or alcohol exposure during service.[02:15] — Updated VA Disability Ratings for Gastritis Leah explains the revised rating criteria under Diagnostic Code 7307, including:100% rating for post-surgical recovery from perforation or hemorrhage60% for severe symptoms with anemia and hospitalization40% for recurring episodes lasting several days20% for less frequent episodes0% for documented history without current symptoms[04:00] — Service Connection Pathways Discussion of the three main types of service connection for gastritis claims:Direct service connection (onset during active duty)Secondary connection (caused by PTSD, GERD, or medications)Aggravation of a pre-existing stomach condition[06:00] — What the Medical Literature Says Leah reviews peer-reviewed research showing how chronic stress, NSAID use, alcohol, and Helicobacter pylori infection contribute to gastritis — and how these risk factors commonly appear in Veterans.[08:00] — Working with Accredited Legal Professionals Tips on finding VA-accredited attorneys,...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/g6oyEKS_-qO8CTibH0yPIT34jFih5Gj-r7p0dxjFMOc/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzM4NzYzLzE2Nzg1/NzI4MTMtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}