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Evidence checklist

Urinary Incontinence

DC 754238 CFR § 4.115aGenitourinary

Evidence strength

Mark what you already have below and your evidence strength appears here.

Target
Saved locally
01

Specialist opinion

Highest value0 of 2 collected
Urology evaluation documenting type and severity of incontinenceCritical

Records from a urologist classifying your incontinence (stress, urge, mixed, overflow) and documenting frequency of episodes and functional impact.

Private provider · independent opinion
Nexus opinion linking incontinence to service or service-connected conditionCritical

Medical opinion connecting your incontinence to military service, a service-connected condition (e.g., spinal cord injury, prostate surgery, MS), or in-service event.

Private provider · independent opinion
02

Treatment records

0 of 1 collected
Documentation of pad use or appliance use

Records or statements documenting daily use of pads, catheters, or other appliances for incontinence management.

VA or private records · written request
03

Diagnostic tests and lab results

0 of 1 collected
Urodynamic testing results

Objective testing documenting bladder function, capacity, and sphincter function — supports severity claims.

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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