What happens during a C&P exam for Gastroparesis?

Bring all relevant medical records and a written list of symptoms. Report your worst days, not your best. The VA rates based on overall impairment.

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Q: What are the VA rating percentages for Gastroparesis?

Gastroparesis (DC 7303) is rated at 0%, 10%, 30%, 50%, 80% under 38 CFR § 4.114, DC 7303 (rate-as for gastroparesis per § 4.114 amendment; the former DC 7308 dumping-syndrome framework was redirected to DC 7303 chronic upper-GI surgery complications). Post-operative status, asymptomatic.

Q: What rates 0% for Gastroparesis under 38 CFR § 4.114, DC 7303 (rate-as for gastroparesis per § 4.114 amendment; the former DC 7308 dumping-syndrome framework was redirected to DC 7303 chronic upper-GI surgery complications)?

Under 38 CFR § 4.114, DC 7303 (rate-as for gastroparesis per § 4.114 amendment; the former DC 7308 dumping-syndrome framework was redirected to DC 7303 chronic upper-GI surgery complications) (DC 7303), a 0% rating for Gastroparesis requires: Post-operative status, asymptomatic.

Q: What rates 10% for Gastroparesis under 38 CFR § 4.114, DC 7303 (rate-as for gastroparesis per § 4.114 amendment; the former DC 7308 dumping-syndrome framework was redirected to DC 7303 chronic upper-GI surgery complications)?

Under 38 CFR § 4.114, DC 7303 (rate-as for gastroparesis per § 4.114 amendment; the former DC 7308 dumping-syndrome framework was redirected to DC 7303 chronic upper-GI surgery complications) (DC 7303), a 10% rating for Gastroparesis requires: With either nausea or vomiting managed by ongoing medical treatment.

Q: What rates 30% for Gastroparesis under 38 CFR § 4.114, DC 7303 (rate-as for gastroparesis per § 4.114 amendment; the former DC 7308 dumping-syndrome framework was redirected to DC 7303 chronic upper-GI surgery complications)?

Under 38 CFR § 4.114, DC 7303 (rate-as for gastroparesis per § 4.114 amendment; the former DC 7308 dumping-syndrome framework was redirected to DC 7303 chronic upper-GI surgery complications) (DC 7303), a 30% rating for Gastroparesis requires: With two or more of the following symptoms: (1) vomiting two or more times per week or vomiting despite medical treatment; (2) discomfort or pain within an hour of eating and requiring ongoing oral dietary modification; (3) three to five watery bowel movements per day every day.

Q: What rates 50% for Gastroparesis under 38 CFR § 4.114, DC 7303 (rate-as for gastroparesis per § 4.114 amendment; the former DC 7308 dumping-syndrome framework was redirected to DC 7303 chronic upper-GI surgery complications)?

Under 38 CFR § 4.114, DC 7303 (rate-as for gastroparesis per § 4.114 amendment; the former DC 7308 dumping-syndrome framework was redirected to DC 7303 chronic upper-GI surgery complications) (DC 7303), a 50% rating for Gastroparesis requires: Any one of the following symptoms with or without pain: (1) daily vomiting despite oral dietary modification or medication; (2) six or more watery bowel movements per day every day, or explosive bowel movements that are difficult to predict or control; (3) post-prandial (meal-induced) light-headedness (syncope) with sweating and the need for medications to specifically treat complications of upper gastrointestinal surgery such as dumping syndrome or delayed gastric emptying.

Q: What rates 80% for Gastroparesis under 38 CFR § 4.114, DC 7303 (rate-as for gastroparesis per § 4.114 amendment; the former DC 7308 dumping-syndrome framework was redirected to DC 7303 chronic upper-GI surgery complications)?

Under 38 CFR § 4.114, DC 7303 (rate-as for gastroparesis per § 4.114 amendment; the former DC 7308 dumping-syndrome framework was redirected to DC 7303 chronic upper-GI surgery complications) (DC 7303), a 80% rating for Gastroparesis requires: Requiring continuous total parenteral nutrition (TPN) or tube feeding for a period longer than 30 consecutive days in the last six months.

Q: What evidence do I need for a Gastroparesis VA claim?

Key evidence for a Gastroparesis claim includes: Service treatment records; Current medical diagnosis and treatment records; Buddy/lay statements; Prescription history; Employment impact documentation. All evidence should document both the condition and its impact on daily functioning.

DC 730338 C.F.R. § 4.114

Diagnostic Code

DC 7303

38 C.F.R. § 4.114

Rating Range

0–80%

5 severity tiers

Source

Verified

38 C.F.R. § 4.114

Gastroparesis is rated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs under DC 7303 of 38 CFR § 4.114, DC 7303 (rate-as for gastroparesis per § 4.114 amendment; the former DC 7308 dumping-syndrome framework was redirected to DC 7303 chronic upper-GI surgery complications) across 5 severity tiers (0% / 10% / 30% / 50% / 80%). Service connection requires (1) a current diagnosis, (2) an in-service event, injury, or exposure, and (3) a medical nexus opinion linking the two under 38 C.F.R. § 3.303.

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Overview

Delayed stomach emptying without mechanical obstruction, causing nausea, vomiting, and bloating

Rating Criteria

Post-operative status, asymptomatic.

10%

With either nausea or vomiting managed by ongoing medical treatment.

30%

With two or more of the following symptoms: (1) vomiting two or more times per week or vomiting despite medical treatment; (2) discomfort or pain within an hour of eating and requiring ongoing oral dietary modification; (3) three to five watery bowel movements per day every day.

50%

Any one of the following symptoms with or without pain: (1) daily vomiting despite oral dietary modification or medication; (2) six or more watery bowel movements per day every day, or explosive bowel movements that are difficult to predict or control; (3) post-prandial (meal-induced) light-headedness (syncope) with sweating and the need for medications to specifically treat complications of upper gastrointestinal surgery such as dumping syndrome or delayed gastric emptying.

80%

Requiring continuous total parenteral nutrition (TPN) or tube feeding for a period longer than 30 consecutive days in the last six months.

03Key Evidence

—Service treatment records

—Current medical diagnosis and treatment records

—Buddy/lay statements

—Prescription history

—Employment impact documentation

—Any relevant diagnostic testing

04C&P Exam Tips

1Bring all relevant medical records and a written list of symptoms.

2Report your worst days, not your best. The VA rates based on overall impairment.

3Document how the condition affects daily activities, work, and relationships.

4Mention all medications and their side effects.

5Bring buddy statements from people who observe your symptoms.

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Sources & Editorial

Rating criteria text quoted verbatim from 38 C.F.R. § 4.114 (Digestive system). Source verified 2026-05-17 by ClaimRecon Editorial Team against the Cornell Law CFR mirror; eCFR.gov is the authoritative government source.

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