Evidence checklist
Total Hip Replacement (Arthroplasty)
Evidence strength
Mark what you already have below and your evidence strength appears here.
Specialist opinion
Highest value0 of 2 collectedA medical opinion connecting the underlying condition requiring hip replacement to military service. The replacement is rated at 100% for 4 months post-surgery under DC 5054, then on residual ROM and symptoms.
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Current orthopedic examination documenting hip flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, and rotation after the minimum 1-year 100% rating period expires.
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Treating physician
0 of 1 collectedRecords documenting walking distance before pain, ability to climb stairs, need for a cane or walker, and daily activity limitations after hip replacement.
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Treatment records
0 of 2 collectedOperative reports from total hip arthroplasty documenting the reason for surgery, approach (posterior, anterior, lateral), implant type, and intraoperative findings.
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Records of leg length discrepancy, chronic pain, dislocation episodes, periprosthetic fracture, hardware failure, or revision surgery that may support continued high-level ratings.
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Lay statements
0 of 2 collectedA written statement from someone who can describe observable symptoms and how your condition affects daily life.
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Your own written account of how this condition affects your daily activities, work, and relationships. Describe your worst days.
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Benefits questionnaire
0 of 1 collectedStandardized form capturing hip range of motion, post-surgical status, and functional limitations after total hip replacement.
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Service records
0 of 1 collectedMilitary medical records showing in-service treatment, complaints, or injuries related to this condition.
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