Evidence Checklist: Uveitis
DC 6000
Significant gaps — claim likely to be denied or underrated
Specialist Opinion (Highest Value)
Ophthalmology evaluation documenting uveitis type and activityCritical
Records from an ophthalmologist documenting anterior, intermediate, posterior, or panuveitis, Tyndall effect, vitreous cells/haze, and complications (cataract, glaucoma, CME).
Nexus opinion linking uveitis to service or service-connected conditionCritical
Medical opinion connecting uveitis to military service, an infectious cause acquired in service (TB, Lyme, syphilis), systemic SC condition (AS, sarcoidosis, IBD), or toxic exposure.
Diagnostic Tests & Lab Results
Lab workup for underlying systemic cause
Results of testing for associated systemic diseases (HLA-B27, ACE, ANA, RPR, QuantiFERON-TB, Lyme) that may support service connection.
Best corrected visual acuity measurements
Visual acuity documenting vision loss from uveitis complications.
Lay Statements & Personal Documentation
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.
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.
Service Records
Service treatment records (STRs)Critical
Military medical records showing in-service treatment, complaints, or injuries related to this condition.