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Evidence checklist

Peripheral Neuropathy — Upper Extremities

DC 851538 CFR § 4.124aNeurological

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Specialist opinion

Highest value0 of 3 collected
Neurological evaluation documenting upper extremity nerve involvementCritical

Examination documenting numbness, tingling, pain, weakness, and grip strength deficits in hands/arms.

Private provider · independent opinion
EMG/nerve conduction study of upper extremitiesCritical

Objective test documenting nerve damage severity.

Private provider · independent opinion
Nexus opinion linking neuropathy to diabetes or other service-connected conditionCritical

Medical opinion documenting the causal connection.

Private provider · independent opinion
02

Treatment records

0 of 1 collected
Documentation of dominant vs. non-dominant hand

Medical records noting which hand is dominant — the dominant hand receives a higher rating.

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 nerve involvement severity for each extremity.

Provider-completed · VA DBQ formHow to get this →
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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