Evidence checklist
Cardiac Pacemaker Implant
Evidence strength
Mark what you already have below and your evidence strength appears here.
Specialist opinion
Highest value0 of 3 collectedA medical opinion connecting the underlying cardiac condition that required pacemaker implantation to military service.
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Stress test documenting functional exercise capacity after pacemaker implantation. METs level drives the cardiac rating assigned after the mandatory 100% evaluation period.
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Echocardiography documenting EF and any structural changes. Pacemaker-induced cardiomyopathy (pacing-induced LV dysfunction) is documented here.
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Treatment records
0 of 3 collectedImplant operative report documenting device type, indication, and lead placement. Follow-up device interrogation (remote or in-clinic) records showing pacing percentage and dependency.
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Medical records establishing the underlying condition that necessitated pacemaker implantation (complete heart block, sick sinus syndrome, bradyarrhythmia). The underlying condition may be separately ratable.
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Records of pulse generator replacements, demonstrating ongoing device dependency and continued treatment burden.
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Lay statements
0 of 2 collectedA written statement from someone who can describe observable symptoms and how your condition affects daily life.
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Your own written account of how this condition affects your daily activities, work, and relationships. Describe your worst days.
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Benefits questionnaire
0 of 1 collectedStandardized form capturing device records, METs, ejection fraction, and functional limitations in pacemaker-dependent veterans.
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Service records
0 of 1 collectedMilitary medical records showing in-service treatment, complaints, or injuries related to this condition.
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