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VA Rating for IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)

DC 7319 Max schedular: 30% Category: Digestive Updated for 2026 rates
The Official Criteria

IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) Rating Chart

Criteria from 38 CFR Part 4 (DC 7319). Pay shown is the 2026 monthly rate for a veteran alone at that percentage by itself.

RatingWhat qualifies2026 monthly pay*
30%Abdominal pain related to defecation at least once per week during the previous 3 months, plus 2 or more of: change in stool frequency, change in stool form, altered stool passage, mucorrhea, or abdominal bloating/distension.$552.47
20%Abdominal pain related to defecation at least 3 days per month during the previous 3 months, plus 2 or more of the same signs.$356.66
10%Abdominal pain related to defecation at least once during the previous 3 months, plus 2 or more of the same signs.$180.42

*Rate for that single rating with no dependents. Your combined rating and household may differ — run your exact numbers in our calculator.

How the VA Rates IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)

The 2024 revision made every diagnosed, symptomatic IBS case compensable — the old 0% level is gone. Frequency of pain days is the whole game. IBS is also a Gulf War presumptive as a functional gastrointestinal disorder for eligible veterans.

Evidence That Wins This Claim

  • Log pain days per week and the associated changes — frequency sets the tier.
  • Gulf War era? IBS may be presumptive — no nexus needed.