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Evidence checklist

Kidney Stones (Nephrolithiasis)

DC 750838 CFR § 4.115bGenitourinary

Evidence strength

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01

Specialist opinion

Highest value0 of 1 collected
Nexus opinion linking recurrent kidney stones to serviceCritical

Medical opinion connecting kidney stones to service, citing factors such as dehydration in deployment environments, dietary changes, or in-service first occurrence.

Private provider · independent opinion
02

Treatment records

0 of 1 collected
Emergency room and hospitalization records for stone episodesCritical

Records of acute stone episodes including pain management, procedures (lithotripsy, stent placement), and complications.

VA or private records · written request
03

Diagnostic tests and lab results

0 of 2 collected
CT scan, X-ray, or ultrasound documenting stone(s)Critical

Imaging confirming presence, size, and location of kidney stones. CT KUB is the gold standard for stone detection.

Imaging or lab facility · records request
24-hour urine collection and stone analysis results

Metabolic workup results identifying stone type and contributing factors (calcium oxalate, uric acid, etc.).

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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