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Evidence checklist

Graves' Disease

DC 790038 CFR § 4.119Endocrine

Evidence strength

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01

Specialist opinion

Highest value0 of 4 collected
Thyroid function labs documenting hyperthyroidismCritical

Laboratory results showing suppressed TSH and elevated T3/T4 levels consistent with hyperthyroidism.

Private provider · independent opinion
TSH receptor antibodies (TRAb)Critical

Laboratory confirmation of TSH receptor stimulating antibodies, which are diagnostic for Graves' disease.

Private provider · independent opinion
Nexus opinion linking Graves' disease to service ("at least as likely as not")Critical

A medical opinion stating it is "at least as likely as not" (50%+ probability) that your Graves' disease is connected to your military service, including stress, environmental exposures, or immune system triggers during service.

Private provider · independent opinion
Thyroid eye examination (if Graves' ophthalmopathy present)

Ophthalmology evaluation documenting proptosis, eye muscle involvement, or vision changes from Graves' eye disease, which may qualify for a separate rating.

Private provider · independent opinion
02

Treatment records

0 of 2 collected
Documentation of cardiac complications (tachycardia, atrial fibrillation)

Cardiology records documenting heart rate abnormalities, atrial fibrillation, or other cardiac complications of hyperthyroidism, which may support secondary ratings.

VA or private records · written request
Treatment records (medication, radioactive iodine, surgery)

Records documenting antithyroid medications, radioactive iodine ablation, or thyroidectomy, and ongoing management.

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 Thyroid and Parathyroid ConditionsCritical

Standardized form capturing thyroid function, treatment history, and complications.

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
Condition guideRating criteria and what VA looks forBuddy statement builderGuided VA Form 21-10210

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