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Evidence checklist

Alopecia Areata

DC 783138 CFR § 4.118Skin

Evidence strength

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01

Specialist opinion

Highest value0 of 3 collected
Dermatology evaluation documenting extent of hair lossCritical

A dermatologist should examine your scalp, eyebrows, eyelashes, beard, and body hair. Complete body hair loss qualifies for 10%.

Private provider · independent opinion
Documentation specifying alopecia areata, totalis, or universalisCritical

The exact type matters. Patchy loss is areata, total scalp loss is totalis, and complete body hair loss is universalis. Only totalis and universalis qualify for 10%.

Private provider · independent opinion
Nexus opinion linking alopecia to serviceCritical

A medical opinion connecting your hair loss to physical trauma, severe stress, autoimmune conditions, or onset during military service.

Private provider · independent opinion
02

Lay statements

0 of 3 collected
Photographs documenting hair loss pattern and extent

Clear photos showing all areas of hair loss, including scalp, eyebrows, eyelashes, and body hair.

You or a witness · VA Form 21-4138 or 21-10210How to get this →
Buddy statement from spouse, family, or fellow service member

A written statement from someone who can describe observable symptoms and how your condition affects daily life.

You or a witness · VA Form 21-4138 or 21-10210How to get this →
Personal statement describing symptoms and functional impact

Your own written account of how this condition affects your daily activities, work, and relationships. Describe your worst days.

You or a witness · VA Form 21-4138 or 21-10210How to get this →
03

Benefits questionnaire

0 of 1 collected
Completed DBQ Skin DiseasesCritical

A standardized VA form documenting the type and extent of hair loss and treatment attempted.

Provider-completed · VA DBQ formHow to get this →
04

Service records

0 of 1 collected
Service treatment records (STRs)Critical

Military medical records showing in-service treatment, complaints, or injuries related to this condition.

NPRC / milConnect · SF-180

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