Peptic Ulcer Disease

Diagnostic Code: 7304

Max Rating

100%

Sores in stomach or intestine lining.

Rating Criteria Overview

Post-operative for perforation = 100% for 3 months. Continuous pain with vomiting/bleeding = 60%.

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Rating percentages vary based on severity and functional limitations. See "How It Is Rated" section for specific criteria.

Pro Tip: Often secondary to NSAID use for musculoskeletal conditions.

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Common Secondary Conditions

These conditions are frequently claimed as secondary to Peptic Ulcer Disease. A secondary condition is one that was caused or aggravated by an existing service-connected disability.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this common?

Less common now, but often service-connected through medication side effects.