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Evidence checklist

Diabetes Mellitus Type I

DC 791338 CFR § 4.119Endocrine

Evidence strength

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Saved locally
01

Specialist opinion

Highest value0 of 2 collected
Endocrinology evaluation and insulin management recordsCritical

Records documenting insulin regimen, CGM/pump use, hypoglycemic episodes, and HbA1c trends.

Private provider · independent opinion
Nexus opinion linking Type 1 diabetes to service (viral trigger, toxic exposure)Critical

Medical opinion connecting autoimmune destruction of beta cells to in-service viral illness, chemical exposure, or other service event.

Private provider · independent opinion
02

Treatment records

0 of 1 collected
Records documenting diabetic complications (neuropathy, retinopathy, nephropathy)

Documentation of diabetes-related complications, each potentially ratable separately as secondary conditions.

VA or private records · written request
03

Diagnostic tests and lab results

0 of 1 collected
Fasting glucose, HbA1c, c-peptide, and islet autoantibody panelCritical

Laboratory results confirming Type 1 diabetes: elevated glucose/HbA1c, low c-peptide, and positive autoantibodies (GAD-65, IA-2, ZnT8).

Imaging or lab facility · records request
04

Lay statements

0 of 2 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 →
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 →
05

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
Condition guideRating criteria and what VA looks forC&P exam prepWhat the examiner will askBuddy statement builderGuided VA Form 21-10210

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