Physician Assistant and prior C&P examiner Leah Bucholz discusses GERD and VA disability compensation
Leah addresses veterans about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and its relation to VA disability compensation. She explains GERD symptoms, like heartburn and difficulty swallowing, is caused by stomach contents moving back into the esophagus. Leah discusses various causes and connections of GERD, including its relation to mental health conditions, sleep apnea, and NSAID use. She touches upon the challenges of GERD in the context of VA disability, especially distinguishing between direct service connections (like diagnosis during service) and secondary connections (like those related to mental health or medication use). Leah also addresses the misconception about GERD being a presumptive condition for Gulf War veterans, explaining that it is a structural disorder, not a functional one like IBS, often leading to denial of claims.
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Welcome to The Veterans Disability Nexus, where we provide unique insights and expertise on medical evidence related to VA-rated disabilities. Leah Bucholz, a US Army Veteran, Physician Assistant, & former Compensation & Pension Examiner shares her knowledge related to Independent Medical Opinions often referred to as “Nexus Letters” in support of your pursuit of VA Disability every Tuesday & Wednesday at 7AM Central.
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