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Evidence checklist

Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)

DC 606638 CFR § 4.79Organs of Sense

Evidence strength

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01

Specialist opinion

Highest value0 of 3 collected
Ophthalmology evaluation with best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA)Critical

Comprehensive eye examination documenting best-corrected visual acuity in each eye, demonstrating the degree of vision impairment from amblyopia.

Private provider · independent opinion
Nexus opinion documenting service aggravationCritical

A medical opinion establishing that your amblyopia was aggravated during service (e.g., by TBI, eye injury, or other service event) beyond its natural progression.

Private provider · independent opinion
Visual acuity chart results

Current detailed visual acuity measurements for both eyes. VA rates based on visual acuity impairment using specific acuity tables.

Private provider · independent opinion
02

Lay statements

0 of 1 collected
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 →
03

Benefits questionnaire

0 of 1 collected
Completed DBQ Eye ConditionsCritical

Standardized form capturing visual acuity, visual field testing, and ophthalmological examination findings.

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

Service records

0 of 3 collected
Comparison of pre-service and post-service visionCritical

Entrance and separation eye exam results showing a measurable worsening of visual acuity during service, establishing service aggravation.

NPRC / milConnect · SF-180
Documentation of service-related TBI or eye injury (if applicable)

Service treatment records showing traumatic brain injury, eye trauma, or other service events that caused or aggravated amblyopia.

NPRC / milConnect · SF-180
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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