Gastrointestinal Conditions & DoDMERB
GERD, acid reflux, and GI surgical history are evaluated under DoDI 6130.03 Section 6.12. Learn what actually triggers a disqualification versus what qualifies routinely.
Published Guides
GERD and DoDMERB: What the Standard Actually Requires
GERD does not automatically disqualify your student. DoDI 6130.03 targets GERD with complications—Barrett's, stricture, refractory symptoms, or fundoplication within 6 months.
13 min readAppendectomy and Military Service: What DoDMERB Actually Requires
DQ code D164.40 expires 3 months after surgery — a healed appendectomy is not permanently disqualifying. Covers timing strategy, documentation checklist, and the Crohn's disease risk.
14 min readNeed Help with a Gastrointestinal Conditions Condition?
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