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Evidence checklist

Femoral Neuropathy

DC 852638 CFR § 4.124aNeurological

Evidence strength

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01

Specialist opinion

Highest value0 of 3 collected
Neurological evaluation documenting femoral nerve involvementCritical

Examination documenting anterior thigh pain/numbness, knee extension weakness, decreased patellar reflex, and sensory deficits in the femoral nerve distribution.

Private provider · independent opinion
EMG/nerve conduction study isolating femoral nerveCritical

Objective electrodiagnostic testing confirming femoral nerve involvement and documenting the degree of motor and sensory impairment.

Private provider · independent opinion
Nexus opinion linking femoral neuropathy to service-connected condition or injuryCritical

Medical opinion connecting your femoral neuropathy to service-connected diabetes, a pelvic/hip injury during service, or surgical complication from a service-connected condition.

Private provider · independent opinion
02

Treatment records

0 of 2 collected
Quadriceps atrophy measurements

Documentation of thigh circumference measurements comparing the affected and unaffected legs, showing muscle wasting from femoral nerve denervation.

VA or private records · written request
Treatment records (medications, physical therapy, pain management)

Records documenting ongoing treatment for femoral neuropathy including neuropathic pain medications, physical therapy for quadriceps strengthening, and any surgical interventions.

VA or private records · written request
03

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 →
04

Benefits questionnaire

0 of 1 collected
Completed DBQ Peripheral Nerves ConditionsCritical

Standardized form capturing femoral nerve involvement severity, motor and sensory deficits, and functional impact on ambulation.

Provider-completed · VA DBQ formHow 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

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