Evidence checklist

Hypoparathyroidism

DC 790538 CFR § 4.119Endocrine

Evidence strength

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Target

Saved locally

Specialist opinion

Highest value

Endocrinology evaluation and treatment recordsCritical

Records documenting cause (post-surgical, autoimmune, infiltrative), calcium/vitamin D supplementation regimen, and symptom management.

Private provider · independent opinion

Nexus opinion linking hypoparathyroidism to service or neck surgery during serviceCritical

Medical opinion connecting hypoparathyroidism to in-service thyroid or neck surgery, radiation, or other service event.

Private provider · independent opinion

Diagnostic tests and lab results

Serum calcium (low), PTH (low or absent), phosphorus (high), magnesiumCritical

Laboratory results documenting hypocalcemia with inappropriately low PTH consistent with hypoparathyroidism.

Imaging or lab facility · records request

Lay statements

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 →

Service records

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 for Buddy statement builderGuided VA Form 21-10210

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