Knee and Lower Leg Disability Benefits Questionnaire Instructions
This form contains 785 fields organized into 166 sections. Below is a complete list of every field, its type, and what information is expected.
| Field Name | Type | Description |
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| 11A Assistive Devices Used (Yes/No) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran uses any assistive devices as a normal mode of locomotion.
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran does not use any assistive devices as a normal mode of locomotion.
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| 11B Conditions/Sides and Assistive Devices Details | ||
| Assistive Device Conditions and Details | Text |
Describe each condition requiring an assistive device, the affected side (left, right, or both), and the specific assistive device used for each condition. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| 12A Functional impairment equivalent to amputation (lower extremity) and affected side | ||
| Yes – Functional impairment equivalent to amputation with prosthesis | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran’s lower extremity function is so diminished that an amputation with prosthesis would equally serve the Veteran.
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| No – Not equivalent to amputation with prosthesis | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran’s lower extremity function is not so diminished that an amputation with prosthesis would equally serve the Veteran.
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| Right lower extremity | Checkbox |
Check this box if the functional impairment equivalent to amputation applies to the right lower extremity. Fill only if 'Yes – Functional impairment equivalent to amputation with prosthesis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes – Functional impairment equivalent to amputation with prosthesis
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| Left lower extremity | Checkbox |
Check this box if the functional impairment equivalent to amputation applies to the left lower extremity. Fill only if 'Yes – Functional impairment equivalent to amputation with prosthesis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes – Functional impairment equivalent to amputation with prosthesis
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| 12B Loss of effective function summary and examples | ||
| Loss of Effective Function Summary and Examples | Text |
For each checked extremity, enter the condition causing loss of function, describe the loss of effective function, and provide specific brief examples. Fill only if 'Right lower extremity', 'Left lower extremity' is 'Yes' for any fields selection.
Depends on:
Right lower extremity, Left lower extremity
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| 13A Diagnostic Imaging/Procedures Performed or Reviewed (Yes/No) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if clinically relevant diagnostic imaging studies or other diagnostic procedures have been performed or reviewed in conjunction with this examination.
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if no clinically relevant diagnostic imaging studies or other diagnostic procedures have been performed or reviewed in conjunction with this examination.
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| 13B Arthritis Documented and Side (Yes/No + Right/Left/Both) | ||
| Arthritis documented - Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if degenerative or post-traumatic arthritis is documented (e.g., confirmed by imaging). Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Arthritis documented - No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if degenerative or post-traumatic arthritis is not documented. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Affected side - Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the documented arthritis affects the right side. Fill only if 'Arthritis documented - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis documented - Yes
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| Affected side - Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the documented arthritis affects the left side. Fill only if 'Arthritis documented - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis documented - Yes
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| Affected side - Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the documented arthritis affects both sides (right and left). Fill only if 'Arthritis documented - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis documented - Yes
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| 13C Diagnostic Test/Procedure Details (Type/Date/Results Summary) | ||
| Diagnostic Test/Procedure Type, Date, and Results Summary | Text |
Enter the type of diagnostic test or procedure performed or reviewed, the date it occurred, and a brief summary of the results. Fill only if 'Arthritis documented - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis documented - Yes
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| 13D Other Clinically Relevant Diagnostic Findings (Yes/No + Summary) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if there are other clinically relevant diagnostic test findings or results related to the claimed condition(s) and/or diagnosis(es) that were reviewed with this examination.
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if there are no other clinically relevant diagnostic test findings or results related to the claimed condition(s) and/or diagnosis(es) that were reviewed with this examination.
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| Other Diagnostic Findings Summary | Text |
Provide the type of other clinically relevant diagnostic test/procedure, the date performed or reviewed, and a brief summary of the results related to the claimed condition(s) or diagnosis(es). Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| 13E Relationship of Abnormal Findings to Diagnosed Conditions | ||
| Relationship of Abnormal Findings to Diagnosed Conditions | Text |
Describe how any abnormal diagnostic test findings relate to the diagnosed condition(s), including which diagnosis each abnormal result supports or explains.
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| 2A History Brief Summary | ||
| History Brief Summary | Text |
Provide a brief summary describing the history of the Veteran’s knee and/or lower leg condition(s), including onset and course over time.
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| 2B Knee/Lower Leg Flare-Ups (Yes/No and Description) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran reports flare-ups of the knee and/or lower leg.
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran does not report flare-ups of the knee and/or lower leg.
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| Flare-Ups Description | Text |
Describe the Veteran’s reported knee and/or lower leg flare-ups, including frequency, duration, characteristics, precipitating factors, alleviating factors, and the severity or functional impairment during flare-ups. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| 2C Functional Loss/Impairment (Yes/No and Description) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran reports any functional loss or functional impairment of the joint or extremity being evaluated, including after repeated use over time.
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran does not report any functional loss or functional impairment of the joint or extremity being evaluated, including after repeated use over time.
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| Functional loss/impairment description | Text |
Enter the Veteran's description, in their own words, of any functional loss or functional impairment of the joint or extremity being evaluated (including after repeated use over time). Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| 2D Instability or Recurrent Subluxation (Yes/No and Description) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran reports or has a history of knee instability or recurrent subluxation.
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran does not report and has no history of knee instability or recurrent subluxation.
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| Instability/Recurrent Subluxation Description | Text |
Enter the Veteran’s description of knee instability or recurrent subluxation in their own words. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| 2E Frequent Knee Effusion (Yes/No and Description) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran reports or has a history of frequent effusion (recurrent swelling/fluid) of the knee.
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran does not report and has no history of frequent effusion (recurrent swelling/fluid) of the knee.
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| Frequent Knee Effusion Description | Text |
Provide details describing the Veteran’s frequent knee effusion (swelling/fluid in the knee), including whether it is related to a diagnosis listed in Section 1. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Additional Disability Factors (Left Column - Description) | ||
| Additional Disability Factors Description | Text |
Describe any additional factors contributing to the disability, including details for any items selected above and any other relevant contributing factors.
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| Additional Disability Factors (Left Column - Selections) | ||
| None | Checkbox |
Check this box if there are no additional factors contributing to the disability beyond those already addressed.
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| Interference with sitting | Checkbox |
Check this box if the condition interferes with the person’s ability to sit normally or for an expected duration.
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| Interference with standing | Checkbox |
Check this box if the condition interferes with the person’s ability to stand normally or for an expected duration.
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| Swelling | Checkbox |
Check this box if swelling is present and contributes to the disability.
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| Disturbance of locomotion | Checkbox |
Check this box if the condition causes difficulty walking or otherwise disrupts normal movement/ambulation.
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| Deformity | Checkbox |
Check this box if there is a deformity related to the condition that contributes to functional impairment.
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| Less movement than normal | Checkbox |
Check this box if the affected body part has reduced range of motion compared with normal.
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| More movement than normal | Checkbox |
Check this box if the affected body part has excessive motion or laxity compared with normal (e.g., due to instability).
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| Nonunion of fracture | Checkbox |
Check this box if there is nonunion of a fracture (the fracture has not healed/fused as expected). Fill only if 'More movement than normal' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
More movement than normal
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| Weakened movement | Checkbox |
Check this box if the condition causes weakness that reduces the ability to move the affected body part normally.
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| Atrophy of disuse | Checkbox |
Check this box if there is muscle wasting/atrophy due to reduced use of the affected body part.
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| Instability of station | Checkbox |
Check this box if the person has unsteadiness or instability while standing or maintaining posture due to the condition.
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| Other (describe) | Checkbox |
Check this box if there is another additional contributing factor not listed, and provide details in the description area.
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| Additional Disability Factors (Right Column - Description) | ||
| Additional Contributing Factors Description | Text |
Describe any additional factors contributing to the disability (e.g., swelling, deformity, instability, interference with sitting/standing) and provide relevant details.
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| Additional Disability Factors (Right Column - Selections) | ||
| None | Checkbox |
Check this box if there are no additional factors contributing to the disability beyond those already addressed.
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| Interference with sitting | Checkbox |
Check this box if the condition interferes with the ability to sit.
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| Interference with standing | Checkbox |
Check this box if the condition interferes with the ability to stand.
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| Swelling | Checkbox |
Check this box if swelling is an additional factor contributing to the disability.
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| Disturbance of locomotion | Checkbox |
Check this box if the condition causes difficulty walking or otherwise affects locomotion.
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| Deformity | Checkbox |
Check this box if deformity is present and contributes to the disability.
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| Less movement than normal | Checkbox |
Check this box if the affected area has reduced range of motion compared with normal.
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| More movement than normal | Checkbox |
Check this box if the affected area has excessive motion compared with normal (e.g., instability or hypermobility).
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| Nonunion of fracture | Checkbox |
Check this box if there is a nonunion of a fracture associated with the condition. Fill only if 'More movement than normal' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
More movement than normal
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| Weakened movement | Checkbox |
Check this box if the condition causes weakness or weakened movement of the affected area.
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| Atrophy of disuse | Checkbox |
Check this box if there is muscle atrophy due to disuse related to the condition.
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| Instability of station | Checkbox |
Check this box if the condition causes unsteadiness or instability while standing or maintaining posture.
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| Other, describe | Checkbox |
Check this box if there are other additional contributing factors not listed and you will describe them.
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| Additional Knee Condition Diagnoses (Free Text) | ||
| Additional Knee Condition Diagnoses | Text |
Enter any additional knee-related diagnoses not already listed above, using the same format as the prior diagnosis entries.
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| Brace Use and Frequency | ||
| Brace | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran uses a brace as an assistive device for locomotion. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Brace frequency: Occasional | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran uses a brace occasionally. Fill only if 'Yes', 'Brace' is 'Yes' and all.
Depends on:
Yes, Brace
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| Brace frequency: Regular | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran uses a brace regularly. Fill only if 'Yes', 'Brace' is 'Yes' and all.
Depends on:
Yes, Brace
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| Brace frequency: Constant | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran uses a brace constantly. Fill only if 'Yes', 'Brace' is 'Yes' and all.
Depends on:
Yes, Brace
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| Cane(s) Use and Frequency | ||
| Cane(s) | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran uses a cane or canes as an assistive device for locomotion. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Cane(s) frequency: Occasional | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran uses a cane or canes occasionally. Fill only if 'Yes', 'Cane(s)' is 'Yes' and all.
Depends on:
Yes, Cane(s)
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| Cane(s) frequency: Regular | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran uses a cane or canes on a regular basis. Fill only if 'Yes', 'Cane(s)' is 'Yes' and all.
Depends on:
Yes, Cane(s)
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| Cane(s) frequency: Constant | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran uses a cane or canes constantly. Fill only if 'Yes', 'Cane(s)' is 'Yes' and all.
Depends on:
Yes, Cane(s)
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| Claimed Condition(s) List | ||
| Claimed Condition(s) | Text |
Enter the claimed medical condition(s) that pertain to this Knee and Lower Leg Disability Benefits Questionnaire.
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| Crutches Use and Frequency | ||
| Crutches | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran uses crutches as an assistive device for locomotion. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Crutches frequency: Occasional | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran uses crutches occasionally. Fill only if 'Yes', 'Crutches' is 'Yes' and all.
Depends on:
Yes, Crutches
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| Crutches frequency: Regular | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran uses crutches on a regular basis. Fill only if 'Yes', 'Crutches' is 'Yes' and all.
Depends on:
Yes, Crutches
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| Crutches frequency: Constant | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran uses crutches constantly. Fill only if 'Yes', 'Crutches' is 'Yes' and all.
Depends on:
Yes, Crutches
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| Diagnosis Row - Arthritis, Gonorrheal | ||
| Arthritis, gonorrheal | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a diagnosis of gonorrheal arthritis associated with the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the gonorrheal arthritis affects the right knee/lower leg only. Fill only if 'Arthritis, gonorrheal' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, gonorrheal
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| Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the gonorrheal arthritis affects the left knee/lower leg only. Fill only if 'Arthritis, gonorrheal' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, gonorrheal
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| Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the gonorrheal arthritis affects both the right and left knees/lower legs. Fill only if 'Arthritis, gonorrheal' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, gonorrheal
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| ICD Code (Arthritis, gonorrheal) | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnostic code for the gonorrheal arthritis diagnosis. Fill only if 'Arthritis, gonorrheal' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, gonorrheal
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| Date of Diagnosis - Right (Arthritis, gonorrheal) | Date |
Enter the date the gonorrheal arthritis was diagnosed for the right side. Fill only if 'Arthritis, gonorrheal' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, gonorrheal
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| Date of Diagnosis - Left (Arthritis, gonorrheal) | Date |
Enter the date the gonorrheal arthritis was diagnosed for the left side. Fill only if 'Arthritis, gonorrheal' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, gonorrheal
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| Diagnosis Row - Arthritis, Pneumococcic | ||
| Arthritis, pneumococcic | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a diagnosis of pneumococcal arthritis associated with the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the pneumococcal arthritis affects the right side only. Fill only if 'Arthritis, pneumococcic' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, pneumococcic
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| Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the pneumococcal arthritis affects the left side only. Fill only if 'Arthritis, pneumococcic' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, pneumococcic
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| Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the pneumococcal arthritis affects both the right and left sides. Fill only if 'Arthritis, pneumococcic' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, pneumococcic
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| Arthritis, pneumococcic - ICD Code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnosis code for pneumococcal arthritis. Fill only if 'Arthritis, pneumococcic' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, pneumococcic
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| Arthritis, pneumococcic - Date of Diagnosis (Right) | Date |
Enter the date the pneumococcal arthritis was diagnosed for the right side. Fill only if 'Arthritis, pneumococcic' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, pneumococcic
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| Arthritis, pneumococcic - Date of Diagnosis (Left) | Date |
Enter the date the pneumococcal arthritis was diagnosed for the left side. Fill only if 'Arthritis, pneumococcic' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, pneumococcic
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| Diagnosis Row - Arthritis, Rheumatoid (Multi-joints) | ||
| Arthritis, rheumatoid (multi-joints) | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis affecting multiple joints related to the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the rheumatoid arthritis (multi-joints) affects the right side. Fill only if 'Arthritis, rheumatoid (multi-joints)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, rheumatoid (multi-joints)
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| Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the rheumatoid arthritis (multi-joints) affects the left side. Fill only if 'Arthritis, rheumatoid (multi-joints)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, rheumatoid (multi-joints)
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| Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the rheumatoid arthritis (multi-joints) affects both the right and left sides. Fill only if 'Arthritis, rheumatoid (multi-joints)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, rheumatoid (multi-joints)
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| ICD Code (Rheumatoid Arthritis, Multi-joints) | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnostic code for rheumatoid arthritis (multi-joints). Fill only if 'Arthritis, rheumatoid (multi-joints)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, rheumatoid (multi-joints)
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| Date of Diagnosis (Right Side) | Date |
Enter the date when rheumatoid arthritis (multi-joints) was diagnosed for the right side. Fill only if 'Arthritis, rheumatoid (multi-joints)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, rheumatoid (multi-joints)
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| Date of Diagnosis (Left Side) | Date |
Enter the date when rheumatoid arthritis (multi-joints) was diagnosed for the left side. Fill only if 'Arthritis, rheumatoid (multi-joints)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, rheumatoid (multi-joints)
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| Diagnosis Row - Arthritis, Streptococcic | ||
| Arthritis, streptococcic | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a diagnosis of streptococcic arthritis associated with the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the streptococcic arthritis affects the right knee/lower leg. Fill only if 'Arthritis, streptococcic' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, streptococcic
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| Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the streptococcic arthritis affects the left knee/lower leg. Fill only if 'Arthritis, streptococcic' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, streptococcic
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| Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the streptococcic arthritis affects both knees/lower legs. Fill only if 'Arthritis, streptococcic' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, streptococcic
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| Arthritis, streptococcic ICD code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnostic code for the streptococcic arthritis condition. Fill only if 'Arthritis, streptococcic' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, streptococcic
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| Arthritis, streptococcic date of diagnosis (Right) | Date |
Provide the date when streptococcic arthritis was diagnosed for the right side. Fill only if 'Arthritis, streptococcic' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, streptococcic
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| Arthritis, streptococcic date of diagnosis (Left) | Date |
Provide the date when streptococcic arthritis was diagnosed for the left side. Fill only if 'Arthritis, streptococcic' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, streptococcic
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| Diagnosis Row - Arthritis, Syphilitic | ||
| Arthritis, syphilitic | Checkbox |
Check this box if the veteran has a diagnosis of syphilitic arthritis related to the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the syphilitic arthritis affects the right side/knee. Fill only if 'Arthritis, syphilitic' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, syphilitic
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| Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the syphilitic arthritis affects the left side/knee. Fill only if 'Arthritis, syphilitic' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, syphilitic
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| Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the syphilitic arthritis affects both sides/knees. Fill only if 'Arthritis, syphilitic' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, syphilitic
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| Arthritis, syphilitic - ICD Code | Text |
Enter the ICD code associated with the diagnosis of syphilitic arthritis. Fill only if 'Arthritis, syphilitic' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, syphilitic
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| Arthritis, syphilitic - Date of Diagnosis (Right) | Date |
Enter the date the syphilitic arthritis diagnosis was made for the right side. Fill only if 'Arthritis, syphilitic' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, syphilitic
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| Arthritis, syphilitic - Date of Diagnosis (Left) | Date |
Enter the date the syphilitic arthritis diagnosis was made for the left side. Fill only if 'Arthritis, syphilitic' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, syphilitic
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| Diagnosis Row - Arthritis, Typhoid | ||
| Arthritis, typhoid | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a diagnosis of typhoid arthritis associated with the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if typhoid arthritis affects the right side/knee/leg only. Fill only if 'Arthritis, typhoid' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, typhoid
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| Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if typhoid arthritis affects the left side/knee/leg only. Fill only if 'Arthritis, typhoid' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, typhoid
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| Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if typhoid arthritis affects both sides/knees/legs. Fill only if 'Arthritis, typhoid' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, typhoid
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| Arthritis, Typhoid - ICD Code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnostic code corresponding to the diagnosis of arthritis, typhoid. Fill only if 'Arthritis, typhoid' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, typhoid
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| Arthritis, Typhoid - Date of Diagnosis (Right) | Date |
Enter the date the arthritis, typhoid diagnosis was made for the right side. Fill only if 'Arthritis, typhoid' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, typhoid
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| Arthritis, Typhoid - Date of Diagnosis (Left) | Date |
Enter the date the arthritis, typhoid diagnosis was made for the left side. Fill only if 'Arthritis, typhoid' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Arthritis, typhoid
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| Diagnosis Row - Bone, Neoplasm, Benign | ||
| Bones, neoplasm, benign | Checkbox |
Check this box if the veteran has a current diagnosis of a benign bone neoplasm associated with the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Select this option if the benign bone neoplasm affects the right side only. Fill only if 'Bones, neoplasm, benign' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Bones, neoplasm, benign
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| Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Select this option if the benign bone neoplasm affects the left side only. Fill only if 'Bones, neoplasm, benign' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Bones, neoplasm, benign
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| Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Select this option if the benign bone neoplasm affects both the right and left sides. Fill only if 'Bones, neoplasm, benign' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Bones, neoplasm, benign
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| ICD Code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnostic code for the selected condition (Bones, neoplasm, benign). Fill only if 'Bones, neoplasm, benign' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Bones, neoplasm, benign
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| Date of Diagnosis (Right) | Date |
Enter the date the condition was diagnosed for the right side. Fill only if 'Bones, neoplasm, benign' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Bones, neoplasm, benign
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| Date of Diagnosis (Left) | Date |
Enter the date the condition was diagnosed for the left side. Fill only if 'Bones, neoplasm, benign' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Bones, neoplasm, benign
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| Diagnosis Row - Bursitis | ||
| Bursitis (diagnosis) | Checkbox |
Check this box if bursitis is a current diagnosis associated with the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Bursitis - Right side affected | Radiobutton |
Select this option if the bursitis affects the right side only. Fill only if 'Bursitis (diagnosis)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Bursitis (diagnosis)
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| Bursitis - Left side affected | Radiobutton |
Select this option if the bursitis affects the left side only. Fill only if 'Bursitis (diagnosis)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Bursitis (diagnosis)
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| Bursitis - Both sides affected | Radiobutton |
Select this option if the bursitis affects both the right and left sides. Fill only if 'Bursitis (diagnosis)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Bursitis (diagnosis)
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| Bursitis ICD Code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnosis code corresponding to the bursitis diagnosis. Fill only if 'Bursitis (diagnosis)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Bursitis (diagnosis)
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| Bursitis Date of Diagnosis (Right) | Date |
Enter the date the bursitis was diagnosed for the right side. Fill only if 'Bursitis (diagnosis)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Bursitis (diagnosis)
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| Bursitis Date of Diagnosis (Left) | Date |
Enter the date the bursitis was diagnosed for the left side. Fill only if 'Bursitis (diagnosis)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Bursitis (diagnosis)
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| Diagnosis Row - Degenerative Arthritis (Other Than Post Traumatic) | ||
| Degenerative arthritis, other than post traumatic | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a diagnosis of degenerative arthritis that is not post-traumatic for the claimed knee/lower leg condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected – Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the degenerative arthritis (other than post traumatic) affects the right side. Fill only if 'Degenerative arthritis, other than post traumatic' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Degenerative arthritis, other than post traumatic
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| Side affected – Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the degenerative arthritis (other than post traumatic) affects the left side. Fill only if 'Degenerative arthritis, other than post traumatic' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Degenerative arthritis, other than post traumatic
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| Side affected – Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the degenerative arthritis (other than post traumatic) affects both the right and left sides. Fill only if 'Degenerative arthritis, other than post traumatic' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Degenerative arthritis, other than post traumatic
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| ICD Code (Degenerative arthritis, other than post traumatic) | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnostic code for degenerative arthritis (other than post traumatic). Fill only if 'Degenerative arthritis, other than post traumatic' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Degenerative arthritis, other than post traumatic
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| Date of Diagnosis – Right (Degenerative arthritis) | Date |
Enter the date degenerative arthritis (other than post traumatic) was diagnosed for the right side. Fill only if 'Degenerative arthritis, other than post traumatic' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Degenerative arthritis, other than post traumatic
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| Date of Diagnosis – Left (Degenerative arthritis) | Date |
Enter the date degenerative arthritis (other than post traumatic) was diagnosed for the left side. Fill only if 'Degenerative arthritis, other than post traumatic' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Degenerative arthritis, other than post traumatic
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| Diagnosis Row - Gout | ||
| Gout | Checkbox |
Check this box if gout is a current diagnosis associated with the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected - Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the gout diagnosis affects the right side only. Fill only if 'Gout' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Gout
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| Side affected - Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the gout diagnosis affects the left side only. Fill only if 'Gout' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Gout
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| Side affected - Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the gout diagnosis affects both the right and left sides. Fill only if 'Gout' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Gout
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| Gout ICD Code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnosis code for the patient's gout. Fill only if 'Gout' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Gout
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| Gout Date of Diagnosis (Right) | Date |
Enter the date the patient's gout was diagnosed for the right side. Fill only if 'Gout' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Gout
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| Gout Date of Diagnosis (Left) | Date |
Enter the date the patient's gout was diagnosed for the left side. Fill only if 'Gout' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Gout
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| Diagnosis Row - Heterotopic Ossification | ||
| Heterotopic ossification | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a current diagnosis of heterotopic ossification associated with the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Select this option if the heterotopic ossification diagnosis affects the right side only. Fill only if 'Heterotopic ossification' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Heterotopic ossification
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| Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Select this option if the heterotopic ossification diagnosis affects the left side only. Fill only if 'Heterotopic ossification' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Heterotopic ossification
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| Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Select this option if the heterotopic ossification diagnosis affects both the right and left sides. Fill only if 'Heterotopic ossification' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Heterotopic ossification
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| Heterotopic Ossification ICD Code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnosis code for the heterotopic ossification diagnosis. Fill only if 'Heterotopic ossification' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Heterotopic ossification
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| Heterotopic Ossification Diagnosis Date (Right) | Date |
Enter the date the heterotopic ossification diagnosis was made for the right side. Fill only if 'Heterotopic ossification' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Heterotopic ossification
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| Heterotopic Ossification Diagnosis Date (Left) | Date |
Enter the date the heterotopic ossification diagnosis was made for the left side. Fill only if 'Heterotopic ossification' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Heterotopic ossification
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| Diagnosis Row - Inflammatory Other Types | ||
| Inflammatory other types | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has an inflammatory condition of the knee/lower leg that is not otherwise listed on the form. Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the inflammatory condition affects the right knee/lower leg. Fill only if 'Inflammatory other types' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Inflammatory other types
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| Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the inflammatory condition affects the left knee/lower leg. Fill only if 'Inflammatory other types' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Inflammatory other types
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| Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the inflammatory condition affects both the right and left knees/lower legs. Fill only if 'Inflammatory other types' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Inflammatory other types
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| Inflammatory Other Types ICD Code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnostic code for the selected inflammatory other type condition. Fill only if 'Inflammatory other types' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Inflammatory other types
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| Inflammatory Other Types Date of Diagnosis (Right) | Date |
Enter the date the inflammatory other type condition was diagnosed for the right side. Fill only if 'Inflammatory other types' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Inflammatory other types
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| Inflammatory Other Types Date of Diagnosis (Left) | Date |
Enter the date the inflammatory other type condition was diagnosed for the left side. Fill only if 'Inflammatory other types' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Inflammatory other types
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| Inflammatory Other Types Specification | Text |
Specify the exact inflammatory condition/type being claimed or diagnosed for this row. Fill only if 'Inflammatory other types' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Inflammatory other types
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| Diagnosis Row - Knee Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tear | ||
| Knee anterior cruciate ligament tear | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a diagnosis of an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear of the knee. Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the ACL tear diagnosis affects the right knee only. Fill only if 'Knee anterior cruciate ligament tear' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee anterior cruciate ligament tear
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| Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the ACL tear diagnosis affects the left knee only. Fill only if 'Knee anterior cruciate ligament tear' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee anterior cruciate ligament tear
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| Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the ACL tear diagnosis affects both knees. Fill only if 'Knee anterior cruciate ligament tear' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee anterior cruciate ligament tear
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| ICD Code (Knee ACL Tear) | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnosis code for the knee anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear. Fill only if 'Knee anterior cruciate ligament tear' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee anterior cruciate ligament tear
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| Date of Diagnosis – Right (Knee ACL Tear) | Date |
Provide the date the right knee anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear was diagnosed. Fill only if 'Knee anterior cruciate ligament tear' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee anterior cruciate ligament tear
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| Date of Diagnosis – Left (Knee ACL Tear) | Date |
Provide the date the left knee anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear was diagnosed. Fill only if 'Knee anterior cruciate ligament tear' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee anterior cruciate ligament tear
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| Diagnosis Row - Knee Cartilage Restoration Surgery | ||
| Knee cartilage restoration surgery | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a diagnosis/history of knee cartilage restoration surgery associated with the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected - Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the knee cartilage restoration surgery/condition affects the right knee. Fill only if 'Knee cartilage restoration surgery' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee cartilage restoration surgery
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| Side affected - Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the knee cartilage restoration surgery/condition affects the left knee. Fill only if 'Knee cartilage restoration surgery' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee cartilage restoration surgery
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| Side affected - Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the knee cartilage restoration surgery/condition affects both knees. Fill only if 'Knee cartilage restoration surgery' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee cartilage restoration surgery
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| ICD Code (Knee Cartilage Restoration Surgery) | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnosis code associated with the knee cartilage restoration surgery condition. Fill only if 'Knee cartilage restoration surgery' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee cartilage restoration surgery
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| Date of Diagnosis - Right Knee (Knee Cartilage Restoration Surgery) | Date |
Enter the date the knee cartilage restoration surgery condition was diagnosed for the right knee. Fill only if 'Knee cartilage restoration surgery' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee cartilage restoration surgery
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| Date of Diagnosis - Left Knee (Knee Cartilage Restoration Surgery) | Date |
Enter the date the knee cartilage restoration surgery condition was diagnosed for the left knee. Fill only if 'Knee cartilage restoration surgery' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee cartilage restoration surgery
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| Diagnosis Row - Knee Fracture (Including Patellar Fracture) | ||
| Knee fracture (including patellar fracture) | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a diagnosis of a knee fracture, including a patellar fracture. Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the knee fracture diagnosis affects the right knee. Fill only if 'Knee fracture (including patellar fracture)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee fracture (including patellar fracture)
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| Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the knee fracture diagnosis affects the left knee. Fill only if 'Knee fracture (including patellar fracture)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee fracture (including patellar fracture)
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| Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the knee fracture diagnosis affects both knees. Fill only if 'Knee fracture (including patellar fracture)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee fracture (including patellar fracture)
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| Knee Fracture ICD Code | Text |
Enter the ICD code corresponding to the diagnosed knee fracture (including patellar fracture). Fill only if 'Knee fracture (including patellar fracture)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee fracture (including patellar fracture)
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| Knee Fracture Diagnosis Date (Right) | Date |
Enter the date the right knee fracture (including patellar fracture) was diagnosed. Fill only if 'Knee fracture (including patellar fracture)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee fracture (including patellar fracture)
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| Knee Fracture Diagnosis Date (Left) | Date |
Enter the date the left knee fracture (including patellar fracture) was diagnosed. Fill only if 'Knee fracture (including patellar fracture)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee fracture (including patellar fracture)
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| Diagnosis Row - Knee Instability | ||
| Knee instability | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a current diagnosis of knee instability associated with the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the knee instability diagnosis affects the right knee. Fill only if 'Knee instability' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee instability
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| Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the knee instability diagnosis affects the left knee. Fill only if 'Knee instability' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee instability
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| Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the knee instability diagnosis affects both knees. Fill only if 'Knee instability' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee instability
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| Knee Instability ICD Code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnostic code for the knee instability condition. Fill only if 'Knee instability' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee instability
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| Knee Instability Date of Diagnosis (Right) | Date |
Provide the date the right knee instability was diagnosed. Fill only if 'Knee instability' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee instability
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| Knee Instability Date of Diagnosis (Left) | Date |
Provide the date the left knee instability was diagnosed. Fill only if 'Knee instability' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee instability
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| Diagnosis Row - Knee Joint Ankylosis | ||
| Knee joint ankylosis | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a diagnosis of knee joint ankylosis associated with the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Check this option if the knee joint ankylosis affects the right knee only. Fill only if 'Knee joint ankylosis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee joint ankylosis
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| Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Check this option if the knee joint ankylosis affects the left knee only. Fill only if 'Knee joint ankylosis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee joint ankylosis
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| Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Check this option if the knee joint ankylosis affects both knees. Fill only if 'Knee joint ankylosis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee joint ankylosis
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| Knee Joint Ankylosis ICD Code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnosis code for the Veteran's knee joint ankylosis. Fill only if 'Knee joint ankylosis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee joint ankylosis
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| Knee Joint Ankylosis Date of Diagnosis (Right) | Date |
Enter the date the Veteran was diagnosed with knee joint ankylosis affecting the right knee. Fill only if 'Knee joint ankylosis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee joint ankylosis
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| Knee Joint Ankylosis Date of Diagnosis (Left) | Date |
Enter the date the Veteran was diagnosed with knee joint ankylosis affecting the left knee. Fill only if 'Knee joint ankylosis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee joint ankylosis
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| Diagnosis Row - Knee Joint Osteoarthritis | ||
| Knee joint osteoarthritis | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a diagnosis of knee joint osteoarthritis associated with the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the knee joint osteoarthritis affects the Veteran’s right knee. Fill only if 'Knee joint osteoarthritis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee joint osteoarthritis
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| Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the knee joint osteoarthritis affects the Veteran’s left knee. Fill only if 'Knee joint osteoarthritis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee joint osteoarthritis
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| Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the knee joint osteoarthritis affects both knees. Fill only if 'Knee joint osteoarthritis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee joint osteoarthritis
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| Knee Joint Osteoarthritis ICD Code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnosis code for the knee joint osteoarthritis diagnosis. Fill only if 'Knee joint osteoarthritis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee joint osteoarthritis
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| Knee Joint Osteoarthritis Date of Diagnosis (Right) | Date |
Enter the date the right knee joint osteoarthritis was diagnosed. Fill only if 'Knee joint osteoarthritis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee joint osteoarthritis
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| Knee Joint Osteoarthritis Date of Diagnosis (Left) | Date |
Enter the date the left knee joint osteoarthritis was diagnosed. Fill only if 'Knee joint osteoarthritis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee joint osteoarthritis
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| Diagnosis Row - Knee Meniscal Tear | ||
| Knee meniscal tear | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a current diagnosis of a knee meniscal tear associated with the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Knee meniscal tear - Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the knee meniscal tear affects the right knee. Fill only if 'Knee meniscal tear' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee meniscal tear
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| Knee meniscal tear - Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the knee meniscal tear affects the left knee. Fill only if 'Knee meniscal tear' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee meniscal tear
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| Knee meniscal tear - Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the knee meniscal tear affects both knees. Fill only if 'Knee meniscal tear' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee meniscal tear
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| Knee meniscal tear ICD code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnostic code for the knee meniscal tear diagnosis. Fill only if 'Knee meniscal tear' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee meniscal tear
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| Knee meniscal tear diagnosis date (Right) | Date |
Enter the date the right knee meniscal tear was diagnosed. Fill only if 'Knee meniscal tear' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee meniscal tear
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| Knee meniscal tear diagnosis date (Left) | Date |
Enter the date the left knee meniscal tear was diagnosed. Fill only if 'Knee meniscal tear' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee meniscal tear
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| Diagnosis Row - Knee Posterior Cruciate Ligament Tear | ||
| Knee posterior cruciate ligament tear | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a diagnosis of a knee posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) tear associated with the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the diagnosed knee posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) tear affects the right knee. Fill only if 'Knee posterior cruciate ligament tear' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee posterior cruciate ligament tear
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| Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the diagnosed knee posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) tear affects the left knee. Fill only if 'Knee posterior cruciate ligament tear' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee posterior cruciate ligament tear
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| Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the diagnosed knee posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) tear affects both knees. Fill only if 'Knee posterior cruciate ligament tear' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee posterior cruciate ligament tear
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| ICD Code (Knee posterior cruciate ligament tear) | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnosis code for the knee posterior cruciate ligament tear. Fill only if 'Knee posterior cruciate ligament tear' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee posterior cruciate ligament tear
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| Date of Diagnosis - Right Knee (PCL tear) | Date |
Enter the date the right knee posterior cruciate ligament tear was diagnosed. Fill only if 'Knee posterior cruciate ligament tear' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee posterior cruciate ligament tear
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| Date of Diagnosis - Left Knee (PCL tear) | Date |
Enter the date the left knee posterior cruciate ligament tear was diagnosed. Fill only if 'Knee posterior cruciate ligament tear' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee posterior cruciate ligament tear
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| Diagnosis Row - Knee Strain | ||
| Knee strain | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a diagnosis of knee strain associated with the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the knee strain affects the right knee. Fill only if 'Knee strain' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee strain
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| Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the knee strain affects the left knee. Fill only if 'Knee strain' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee strain
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| Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the knee strain affects both knees. Fill only if 'Knee strain' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee strain
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| Knee Strain ICD Code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnosis code corresponding to the knee strain. Fill only if 'Knee strain' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee strain
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| Knee Strain Date of Diagnosis (Right) | Date |
Enter the date the right knee strain was diagnosed. Fill only if 'Knee strain' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee strain
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| Knee Strain Date of Diagnosis (Left) | Date |
Enter the date the left knee strain was diagnosed. Fill only if 'Knee strain' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Knee strain
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| Diagnosis Row - Myositis | ||
| Myositis | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a current diagnosis of myositis associated with the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Myositis - Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the diagnosed myositis affects the right side only. Fill only if 'Myositis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Myositis
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| Myositis - Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the diagnosed myositis affects the left side only. Fill only if 'Myositis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Myositis
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| Myositis - Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the diagnosed myositis affects both the right and left sides. Fill only if 'Myositis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Myositis
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| Myositis ICD Code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnostic code for the myositis diagnosis. Fill only if 'Myositis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Myositis
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| Myositis Date of Diagnosis (Right) | Date |
Enter the date myositis was diagnosed for the right side. Fill only if 'Myositis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Myositis
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| Myositis Date of Diagnosis (Left) | Date |
Enter the date myositis was diagnosed for the left side. Fill only if 'Myositis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Myositis
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| Diagnosis Row - Osteitis Deformans | ||
| Osteitis deformans | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a current diagnosis of osteitis deformans (Paget disease of bone) associated with the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Osteitis deformans - Right side | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the osteitis deformans affects the right side only. Fill only if 'Osteitis deformans' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Osteitis deformans
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| Osteitis deformans - Left side | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the osteitis deformans affects the left side only. Fill only if 'Osteitis deformans' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Osteitis deformans
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| Osteitis deformans - Both sides | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the osteitis deformans affects both the right and left sides. Fill only if 'Osteitis deformans' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Osteitis deformans
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| Osteitis deformans ICD code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnosis code for osteitis deformans. Fill only if 'Osteitis deformans' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Osteitis deformans
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| Osteitis deformans date of diagnosis (Right) | Date |
Enter the date osteitis deformans was diagnosed for the right side. Fill only if 'Osteitis deformans' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Osteitis deformans
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| Osteitis deformans date of diagnosis (Left) | Date |
Enter the date osteitis deformans was diagnosed for the left side. Fill only if 'Osteitis deformans' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Osteitis deformans
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| Diagnosis Row - Osteomalacia, Residuals Of | ||
| Osteomalacia, residuals of | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a current diagnosis of residuals of osteomalacia related to the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the residuals of osteomalacia affect the right knee/lower leg only. Fill only if 'Osteomalacia, residuals of' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Osteomalacia, residuals of
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| Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the residuals of osteomalacia affect the left knee/lower leg only. Fill only if 'Osteomalacia, residuals of' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Osteomalacia, residuals of
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| Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the residuals of osteomalacia affect both the right and left knees/lower legs. Fill only if 'Osteomalacia, residuals of' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Osteomalacia, residuals of
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| Osteomalacia Residuals ICD Code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnosis code for osteomalacia, residuals of. Fill only if 'Osteomalacia, residuals of' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Osteomalacia, residuals of
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| Osteomalacia Residuals Date of Diagnosis (Right) | Date |
Enter the date of diagnosis for osteomalacia, residuals of, affecting the right side. Fill only if 'Osteomalacia, residuals of' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Osteomalacia, residuals of
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| Osteomalacia Residuals Date of Diagnosis (Left) | Date |
Enter the date of diagnosis for osteomalacia, residuals of, affecting the left side. Fill only if 'Osteomalacia, residuals of' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Osteomalacia, residuals of
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| Diagnosis Row - Osteoporosis, Residuals Of | ||
| Osteoporosis, residuals of | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a diagnosis of osteoporosis with residuals related to the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the osteoporosis residuals affect the right side. Fill only if 'Osteoporosis, residuals of' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Osteoporosis, residuals of
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| Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the osteoporosis residuals affect the left side. Fill only if 'Osteoporosis, residuals of' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Osteoporosis, residuals of
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| Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the osteoporosis residuals affect both the right and left sides. Fill only if 'Osteoporosis, residuals of' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Osteoporosis, residuals of
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| Osteoporosis Residuals ICD Code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnosis code for osteoporosis, residuals of. Fill only if 'Osteoporosis, residuals of' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Osteoporosis, residuals of
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| Osteoporosis Residuals Date of Diagnosis (Right) | Date |
Enter the date of diagnosis for osteoporosis, residuals of, for the right side. Fill only if 'Osteoporosis, residuals of' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Osteoporosis, residuals of
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| Osteoporosis Residuals Date of Diagnosis (Left) | Date |
Enter the date of diagnosis for osteoporosis, residuals of, for the left side. Fill only if 'Osteoporosis, residuals of' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Osteoporosis, residuals of
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| Diagnosis Row - Other Specified Forms of Arthropathy (Excluding Gout) | ||
| Other specified forms of arthropathy (excluding gout) | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a diagnosis of other specified forms of arthropathy (not gout) associated with the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the arthropathy affects the right side only. Fill only if 'Other specified forms of arthropathy (excluding gout)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other specified forms of arthropathy (excluding gout)
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| Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the arthropathy affects the left side only. Fill only if 'Other specified forms of arthropathy (excluding gout)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other specified forms of arthropathy (excluding gout)
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| Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the arthropathy affects both the right and left sides. Fill only if 'Other specified forms of arthropathy (excluding gout)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other specified forms of arthropathy (excluding gout)
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| ICD Code (Other Specified Arthropathy) | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnosis code for the condition "Other specified forms of arthropathy (excluding gout)". Fill only if 'Other specified forms of arthropathy (excluding gout)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other specified forms of arthropathy (excluding gout)
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| Date of Diagnosis (Right) | Date |
Enter the date this condition was diagnosed for the right side. Fill only if 'Other specified forms of arthropathy (excluding gout)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other specified forms of arthropathy (excluding gout)
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| Date of Diagnosis (Left) | Date |
Enter the date this condition was diagnosed for the left side. Fill only if 'Other specified forms of arthropathy (excluding gout)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other specified forms of arthropathy (excluding gout)
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| Specify Other Arthropathy Diagnosis | Text |
Specify the exact arthropathy diagnosis being claimed or identified (excluding gout). Fill only if 'Other specified forms of arthropathy (excluding gout)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other specified forms of arthropathy (excluding gout)
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| Diagnosis Row - Patellar Instability | ||
| Patellar instability | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a diagnosis of patellar instability associated with the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Patellar instability - Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Select this option if the patellar instability affects the right knee only. Fill only if 'Patellar instability' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Patellar instability
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| Patellar instability - Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Select this option if the patellar instability affects the left knee only. Fill only if 'Patellar instability' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Patellar instability
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| Patellar instability - Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Select this option if the patellar instability affects both knees. Fill only if 'Patellar instability' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Patellar instability
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| Patellar Instability ICD Code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnosis code corresponding to patellar instability. Fill only if 'Patellar instability' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Patellar instability
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| Patellar Instability Date of Diagnosis (Right) | Date |
Provide the date patellar instability was diagnosed for the right knee. Fill only if 'Patellar instability' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Patellar instability
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| Patellar Instability Date of Diagnosis (Left) | Date |
Provide the date patellar instability was diagnosed for the left knee. Fill only if 'Patellar instability' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Patellar instability
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| Diagnosis Row - Patellar or Quadriceps Tendon Rupture | ||
| Patellar or quadriceps tendon rupture | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a diagnosis of patellar or quadriceps tendon rupture associated with the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the patellar or quadriceps tendon rupture affects the right knee/leg only. Fill only if 'Patellar or quadriceps tendon rupture' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Patellar or quadriceps tendon rupture
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| Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the patellar or quadriceps tendon rupture affects the left knee/leg only. Fill only if 'Patellar or quadriceps tendon rupture' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Patellar or quadriceps tendon rupture
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| Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the patellar or quadriceps tendon rupture affects both knees/legs. Fill only if 'Patellar or quadriceps tendon rupture' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Patellar or quadriceps tendon rupture
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| ICD Code (Patellar/Quadriceps Tendon Rupture) | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnosis code for the patellar or quadriceps tendon rupture. Fill only if 'Patellar or quadriceps tendon rupture' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Patellar or quadriceps tendon rupture
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| Date of Diagnosis - Right (Patellar/Quadriceps Tendon Rupture) | Date |
Enter the date the right-side patellar or quadriceps tendon rupture was diagnosed. Fill only if 'Patellar or quadriceps tendon rupture' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Patellar or quadriceps tendon rupture
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| Date of Diagnosis - Left (Patellar/Quadriceps Tendon Rupture) | Date |
Enter the date the left-side patellar or quadriceps tendon rupture was diagnosed. Fill only if 'Patellar or quadriceps tendon rupture' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Patellar or quadriceps tendon rupture
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| Diagnosis Row - Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome | ||
| Patellofemoral pain syndrome | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a diagnosis of patellofemoral pain syndrome associated with the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if patellofemoral pain syndrome affects the right knee only. Fill only if 'Patellofemoral pain syndrome' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Patellofemoral pain syndrome
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| Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if patellofemoral pain syndrome affects the left knee only. Fill only if 'Patellofemoral pain syndrome' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Patellofemoral pain syndrome
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| Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if patellofemoral pain syndrome affects both knees. Fill only if 'Patellofemoral pain syndrome' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Patellofemoral pain syndrome
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| Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome ICD Code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnostic code for patellofemoral pain syndrome. Fill only if 'Patellofemoral pain syndrome' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Patellofemoral pain syndrome
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| Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome Date of Diagnosis (Right) | Date |
Enter the date patellofemoral pain syndrome was diagnosed for the right side. Fill only if 'Patellofemoral pain syndrome' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Patellofemoral pain syndrome
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| Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome Date of Diagnosis (Left) | Date |
Enter the date patellofemoral pain syndrome was diagnosed for the left side. Fill only if 'Patellofemoral pain syndrome' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Patellofemoral pain syndrome
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| Diagnosis Row - Post-traumatic Arthritis | ||
| Post-traumatic arthritis | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a diagnosis of post-traumatic arthritis related to the claimed knee/lower leg condition. Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Post-traumatic arthritis - Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the post-traumatic arthritis affects the right side only. Fill only if 'Post-traumatic arthritis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Post-traumatic arthritis
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| Post-traumatic arthritis - Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the post-traumatic arthritis affects the left side only. Fill only if 'Post-traumatic arthritis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Post-traumatic arthritis
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| Post-traumatic arthritis - Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the post-traumatic arthritis affects both the right and left sides. Fill only if 'Post-traumatic arthritis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Post-traumatic arthritis
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| Post-traumatic Arthritis ICD Code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnosis code for post-traumatic arthritis. Fill only if 'Post-traumatic arthritis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Post-traumatic arthritis
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| Post-traumatic Arthritis Date of Diagnosis (Right) | Date |
Enter the date the post-traumatic arthritis diagnosis was made for the right side. Fill only if 'Post-traumatic arthritis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Post-traumatic arthritis
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| Post-traumatic Arthritis Date of Diagnosis (Left) | Date |
Enter the date the post-traumatic arthritis diagnosis was made for the left side. Fill only if 'Post-traumatic arthritis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Post-traumatic arthritis
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| Diagnosis Row - Recurrent Patellar Dislocation | ||
| Recurrent patellar dislocation | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a diagnosis of recurrent patellar dislocation associated with the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the recurrent patellar dislocation affects the right knee. Fill only if 'Recurrent patellar dislocation' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Recurrent patellar dislocation
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| Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the recurrent patellar dislocation affects the left knee. Fill only if 'Recurrent patellar dislocation' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Recurrent patellar dislocation
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| Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the recurrent patellar dislocation affects both knees. Fill only if 'Recurrent patellar dislocation' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Recurrent patellar dislocation
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| ICD Code (Recurrent Patellar Dislocation) | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnosis code for recurrent patellar dislocation. Fill only if 'Recurrent patellar dislocation' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Recurrent patellar dislocation
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| Date of Diagnosis - Right (Recurrent Patellar Dislocation) | Date |
Enter the date recurrent patellar dislocation was diagnosed for the right knee. Fill only if 'Recurrent patellar dislocation' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Recurrent patellar dislocation
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| Date of Diagnosis - Left (Recurrent Patellar Dislocation) | Date |
Enter the date recurrent patellar dislocation was diagnosed for the left knee. Fill only if 'Recurrent patellar dislocation' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Recurrent patellar dislocation
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| Diagnosis Row - Recurrent Subluxation | ||
| Recurrent subluxation | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a diagnosis of recurrent subluxation related to the claimed knee/lower leg condition. Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected - Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the recurrent subluxation affects the right knee. Fill only if 'Recurrent subluxation' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Recurrent subluxation
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| Side affected - Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the recurrent subluxation affects the left knee. Fill only if 'Recurrent subluxation' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Recurrent subluxation
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| Side affected - Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the recurrent subluxation affects both knees. Fill only if 'Recurrent subluxation' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Recurrent subluxation
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| Recurrent Subluxation ICD Code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnosis code for the recurrent subluxation condition. Fill only if 'Recurrent subluxation' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Recurrent subluxation
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| Recurrent Subluxation Diagnosis Date (Right) | Date |
Enter the date the recurrent subluxation diagnosis was made for the right side. Fill only if 'Recurrent subluxation' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Recurrent subluxation
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| Recurrent Subluxation Diagnosis Date (Left) | Date |
Enter the date the recurrent subluxation diagnosis was made for the left side. Fill only if 'Recurrent subluxation' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Recurrent subluxation
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| Diagnosis Row - Shin Splints/Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome (MTSS) | ||
| Shin splints/medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS) | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a diagnosis of shin splints/medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS), including post-surgery or treatment. Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the shin splints/MTSS affects the right lower leg only. Fill only if 'Shin splints/medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Shin splints/medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS)
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| Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the shin splints/MTSS affects the left lower leg only. Fill only if 'Shin splints/medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Shin splints/medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS)
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| Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the shin splints/MTSS affects both lower legs. Fill only if 'Shin splints/medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Shin splints/medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS)
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| MTSS ICD Code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnosis code for shin splints/medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS). Fill only if 'Shin splints/medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Shin splints/medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS)
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| MTSS Date of Diagnosis (Right) | Date |
Provide the date shin splints/medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS) was diagnosed for the right side. Fill only if 'Shin splints/medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Shin splints/medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS)
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| MTSS Date of Diagnosis (Left) | Date |
Provide the date shin splints/medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS) was diagnosed for the left side. Fill only if 'Shin splints/medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Shin splints/medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS)
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| Diagnosis Row - Stress Fracture of Tibia | ||
| Stress fracture of tibia | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a diagnosis of a stress fracture of the tibia associated with the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the stress fracture of the tibia affects the right leg. Fill only if 'Stress fracture of tibia' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Stress fracture of tibia
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| Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the stress fracture of the tibia affects the left leg. Fill only if 'Stress fracture of tibia' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Stress fracture of tibia
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| Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the stress fracture of the tibia affects both legs. Fill only if 'Stress fracture of tibia' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Stress fracture of tibia
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| ICD Code (Stress Fracture of Tibia) | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnosis code for the stress fracture of the tibia. Fill only if 'Stress fracture of tibia' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Stress fracture of tibia
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| Date of Diagnosis - Right (Stress Fracture of Tibia) | Date |
Enter the date the stress fracture of the tibia was diagnosed for the right side. Fill only if 'Stress fracture of tibia' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Stress fracture of tibia
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| Date of Diagnosis - Left (Stress Fracture of Tibia) | Date |
Enter the date the stress fracture of the tibia was diagnosed for the left side. Fill only if 'Stress fracture of tibia' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Stress fracture of tibia
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| Diagnosis Row - Tendinitis | ||
| Tendinitis | Checkbox |
Check this box if tendinitis is a current diagnosis associated with the claimed knee/lower-leg condition. Fill only if 'Tendinopathy (select one if known)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tendinopathy (select one if known)
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| Tendinitis - Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the diagnosed tendinitis affects the right side only. Fill only if 'Tendinitis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tendinitis
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| Tendinitis - Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the diagnosed tendinitis affects the left side only. Fill only if 'Tendinitis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tendinitis
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| Tendinitis - Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the diagnosed tendinitis affects both the right and left sides. Fill only if 'Tendinitis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tendinitis
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| Tendinitis ICD Code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnostic code corresponding to the tendinitis diagnosis. Fill only if 'Tendinitis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tendinitis
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| Tendinitis Date of Diagnosis (Right) | Date |
Enter the date the tendinitis diagnosis was made for the right side. Fill only if 'Tendinitis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tendinitis
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| Tendinitis Date of Diagnosis (Left) | Date |
Enter the date the tendinitis diagnosis was made for the left side. Fill only if 'Tendinitis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tendinitis
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| Diagnosis Row - Tendinopathy | ||
| Tendinopathy (select one if known) | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a current diagnosis of tendinopathy related to the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Tendinopathy side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the tendinopathy affects the right side. Fill only if 'Tendinopathy (select one if known)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tendinopathy (select one if known)
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| Tendinopathy side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the tendinopathy affects the left side. Fill only if 'Tendinopathy (select one if known)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tendinopathy (select one if known)
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| Tendinopathy side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the tendinopathy affects both the right and left sides. Fill only if 'Tendinopathy (select one if known)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tendinopathy (select one if known)
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| Tendinopathy ICD Code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnosis code for the tendinopathy diagnosis, if known. Fill only if 'Tendinopathy (select one if known)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tendinopathy (select one if known)
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| Tendinopathy Date of Diagnosis (Right) | Date |
Enter the date the tendinopathy was diagnosed for the right side. Fill only if 'Tendinopathy (select one if known)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tendinopathy (select one if known)
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| Tendinopathy Date of Diagnosis (Left) | Date |
Enter the date the tendinopathy was diagnosed for the left side. Fill only if 'Tendinopathy (select one if known)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tendinopathy (select one if known)
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| Diagnosis Row - Tendinosis | ||
| Tendinosis | Checkbox |
Check this box if the diagnosis for the claimed condition is tendinosis. Fill only if 'Tendinopathy (select one if known)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tendinopathy (select one if known)
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| Tendinosis - Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the tendinosis affects the right side. Fill only if 'Tendinosis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tendinosis
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| Tendinosis - Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the tendinosis affects the left side. Fill only if 'Tendinosis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tendinosis
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| Tendinosis - Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the tendinosis affects both the right and left sides. Fill only if 'Tendinosis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tendinosis
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| Tendinosis ICD Code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnosis code for tendinosis. Fill only if 'Tendinosis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tendinosis
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| Tendinosis Date of Diagnosis (Right) | Date |
Enter the date the right-side tendinosis was diagnosed. Fill only if 'Tendinosis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tendinosis
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| Tendinosis Date of Diagnosis (Left) | Date |
Enter the date the left-side tendinosis was diagnosed. Fill only if 'Tendinosis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tendinosis
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| Diagnosis Row - Tenosynovitis | ||
| Tenosynovitis | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a current diagnosis of tenosynovitis related to the claimed condition. Fill only if 'Tendinopathy (select one if known)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tendinopathy (select one if known)
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| Tenosynovitis - Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the diagnosed tenosynovitis affects the right side only. Fill only if 'Tenosynovitis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tenosynovitis
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| Tenosynovitis - Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the diagnosed tenosynovitis affects the left side only. Fill only if 'Tenosynovitis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tenosynovitis
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| Tenosynovitis - Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the diagnosed tenosynovitis affects both the right and left sides. Fill only if 'Tenosynovitis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tenosynovitis
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| Tenosynovitis ICD Code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnostic code associated with the tenosynovitis diagnosis. Fill only if 'Tenosynovitis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tenosynovitis
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| Tenosynovitis Date of Diagnosis (Right) | Date |
Enter the date the clinician diagnosed tenosynovitis in the right side. Fill only if 'Tenosynovitis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tenosynovitis
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| Tenosynovitis Date of Diagnosis (Left) | Date |
Enter the date the clinician diagnosed tenosynovitis in the left side. Fill only if 'Tenosynovitis' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tenosynovitis
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| Diagnosis Row - Tibia and/or Fibula Fracture | ||
| Tibia and/or fibula fracture | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a current diagnosis of a tibia and/or fibula fracture associated with the claimed condition(s). Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Side affected: Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the tibia and/or fibula fracture affects the right leg. Fill only if 'Tibia and/or fibula fracture' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tibia and/or fibula fracture
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| Side affected: Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the tibia and/or fibula fracture affects the left leg. Fill only if 'Tibia and/or fibula fracture' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tibia and/or fibula fracture
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| Side affected: Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the tibia and/or fibula fracture affects both legs. Fill only if 'Tibia and/or fibula fracture' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tibia and/or fibula fracture
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| ICD Code (Tibia/Fibula Fracture) | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnosis code for the tibia and/or fibula fracture. Fill only if 'Tibia and/or fibula fracture' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tibia and/or fibula fracture
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| Date of Diagnosis (Right Tibia/Fibula) | Date |
Enter the date the right tibia and/or fibula fracture was diagnosed. Fill only if 'Tibia and/or fibula fracture' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tibia and/or fibula fracture
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| Date of Diagnosis (Left Tibia/Fibula) | Date |
Enter the date the left tibia and/or fibula fracture was diagnosed. Fill only if 'Tibia and/or fibula fracture' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Tibia and/or fibula fracture
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| Evidence Narrative (Left Column) | ||
| Evidence Narrative | Text |
Provide a narrative that cites and discusses all procurable evidence specific to the case. Fill only if 'Does procured evidence (statements from the Veteran) suggest pain, fatigability, weakness, lack of endurance, or incoordination which significantly limits functional ability with repeated use over time?' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Repeated use over time functional loss: Yes
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| Evidence Narrative (Right Column) | ||
| Evidence Narrative | Text |
Provide a detailed narrative citing and discussing all procurable evidence specific to the case. Fill only if 'Does procured evidence (statements from the Veteran) suggest pain, fatigability, weakness, lack of endurance, or incoordination which significantly limits functional ability with repeated use over time?' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Repeated use over time functional loss: Yes
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| EVIDENCE REVIEW | ||
| No records were reviewed | Radiobutton |
Check this box if you did not review any records or evidence for this examination.
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| Records reviewed | Radiobutton |
Check this box if you reviewed any records or evidence (e.g., service, VA, or private treatment records) for this examination.
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| Evidence Reviewed (Details and Date Range) | Text |
List the evidence and records reviewed (e.g., service treatment records, VA treatment records, private treatment records) and include the applicable date range. Fill only if 'Records reviewed' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Records reviewed
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| Examiner Address | ||
| Examiner Address | Text |
Enter the examiner's complete mailing address.
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| Examiner Contact and Credential Numbers | ||
| Examiner Phone/Fax Numbers | Text |
Enter the examiner’s phone number and/or fax number where they can be contacted.
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| National Provider Identifier (NPI) Number | Number |
Enter the examiner’s National Provider Identifier (NPI) number.
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| Medical License Number and State | Text |
Enter the examiner’s medical license number along with the state that issued the license.
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| Examiner Is VA Healthcare Provider (Yes/No) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the examiner completing the questionnaire is a VA healthcare provider.
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the examiner completing the questionnaire is not a VA healthcare provider.
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| Examiner Name, Title, and Specialty | ||
| Examiner Printed Name and Title | Text |
Enter the examiner’s printed full name and professional title/credentials (e.g., MD, DO, DDS, DMD, PhD, PsyD, NP, PA-C).
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| Examiner Specialty/Area of Practice | Text |
Enter the examiner’s area of practice or medical specialty (e.g., Cardiology, Orthopedics, Psychology/Psychiatry, General Practice).
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| Examiner Signature and Date | ||
| Examiner Signature | Text |
Enter the examiner's signature to certify the information provided in this section.
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| Date Signed | Date |
Enter the date on which the examiner signed this certification.
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| In-Person Examination and If Not, How Conducted | ||
| In-person examination: Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran was examined in person.
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| In-person examination: No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran was not examined in person (and then describe how the examination was conducted).
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| Examination Conducted If Not In Person | Text |
Describe how the examination was conducted if the Veteran was not examined in person (e.g., telehealth, records review, phone interview). Fill only if 'In-person examination: No' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
In-person examination: No
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| Left Joint - Active Range of Motion (AROM) | ||
| Unclaimed joint: Damaged | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the left joint being evaluated is the unclaimed joint and it is damaged. Fill only if 'Side affected' is 'Right'.
Depends on:
Side affected: Right
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| Unclaimed joint: Undamaged | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the left joint being evaluated is the unclaimed joint and it is undamaged. Fill only if 'Side affected' is 'Right'.
Depends on:
Side affected: Right
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| AROM Flexion Endpoint (Degrees) | Number |
Enter the measured active flexion endpoint for the left joint in degrees. Fill only if 'Unclaimed joint: Undamaged' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Unclaimed joint: Undamaged
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| AROM Extension Endpoint (Degrees) | Number |
Enter the measured active extension endpoint for the left joint in degrees. Fill only if 'Unclaimed joint: Undamaged' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Unclaimed joint: Undamaged
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| Pain with ROM: Flexion | Checkbox |
Check this box if flexion active range of motion of the left joint exhibited pain on examination. Fill only if 'Unclaimed joint: Undamaged' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Unclaimed joint: Undamaged
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| Pain with ROM: Extension | Checkbox |
Check this box if extension active range of motion of the left joint exhibited pain on examination. Fill only if 'Unclaimed joint: Undamaged' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Unclaimed joint: Undamaged
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| Pain/Limit Flexion Endpoint (Degrees, If Different) | Number |
If flexion is specifically limited by pain, weakness, fatigability, incoordination, or other factors, enter the flexion degree endpoint where that limitation occurs (if different from the AROM value above). Fill only if 'AROM Flexion Endpoint (Degrees)' differs from above.
Depends on:
AROM Flexion Endpoint (Degrees)
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| Pain/Limit Extension Endpoint (Degrees, If Different) | Number |
If extension is specifically limited by pain, weakness, fatigability, incoordination, or other factors, enter the extension degree endpoint where that limitation occurs (if different from the AROM value above). Fill only if 'AROM Extension Endpoint (Degrees)' differs from above.
Depends on:
AROM Extension Endpoint (Degrees)
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| AROM Limitation Factors Description | Text |
Describe the factors (pain, weakness, fatigability, incoordination, or other) that specifically limit the left joint’s active range of motion and provide any relevant details. Fill only if 'Unclaimed joint: Undamaged' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Unclaimed joint: Undamaged
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| Left Joint - Evidence of Pain & Functional Impact | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if there is evidence of pain in the left joint.
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if there is no evidence of pain in the left joint.
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| Weight-bearing | Checkbox |
If there is evidence of pain, check this box if the pain occurs with weight-bearing. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Nonweight-bearing | Checkbox |
If there is evidence of pain, check this box if the pain occurs with nonweight-bearing. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Active motion | Checkbox |
If there is evidence of pain, check this box if the pain occurs during active motion. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Passive motion | Checkbox |
If there is evidence of pain, check this box if the pain occurs during passive motion. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| On rest/non-movement | Checkbox |
If there is evidence of pain, check this box if the pain is present at rest or with no movement. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Does not result in/cause functional loss | Checkbox |
If there is evidence of pain, check this box if the pain does not result in or cause functional loss. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Causes functional loss | Checkbox |
If there is evidence of pain, check this box if the pain causes functional loss (and describe it in the comments box below). Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Left Joint - Passive Range of Motion (PROM) | ||
| PROM Flexion Endpoint | Text |
Enter the left joint passive range of motion flexion endpoint value in degrees. Fill only if 'Flexion PROM same as active ROM' is 'No'.
Depends on:
Flexion PROM same as active ROM
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| Flexion PROM same as active ROM | Checkbox |
Check this box if the passive flexion endpoint is the same as the active ROM flexion endpoint.
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| PROM Extension Endpoint | Text |
Enter the left joint passive range of motion extension endpoint value in degrees. Fill only if 'Extension PROM same as active ROM' is 'No'.
Depends on:
Extension PROM same as active ROM
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| Extension PROM same as active ROM | Checkbox |
Check this box if the passive extension endpoint is the same as the active ROM extension endpoint.
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| Passive ROM pain: Flexion | Checkbox |
Check this box if pain was exhibited during passive flexion range of motion testing.
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| Passive ROM pain: Extension | Checkbox |
Check this box if pain was exhibited during passive extension range of motion testing.
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| PROM Flexion Endpoint (Pain/Weakness/Fatigue Limitation) | Text |
If passive flexion is specifically limited by pain, weakness, fatigability, incoordination, or other factors, enter the flexion degree endpoint attributable to those factors. Fill only if 'PROM Flexion Endpoint' differs from above.
Depends on:
PROM Flexion Endpoint
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| PROM Extension Endpoint (Pain/Weakness/Fatigue Limitation) | Text |
If passive extension is specifically limited by pain, weakness, fatigability, incoordination, or other factors, enter the extension degree endpoint attributable to those factors. Fill only if 'PROM Extension Endpoint' differs from above.
Depends on:
PROM Extension Endpoint
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| PROM Additional Notes | Text |
Provide any narrative details or explanations related to the left joint passive range of motion findings, including factors affecting limitation.
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| Left Knee - Ambulation Aids for Patellar Instability | ||
| Prescription required (Left knee): Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran requires a prescription from a medical provider for any ambulation aid due to left knee patellar instability. Fill only if 'Is there recurrent patellar instability?' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Prescription required (Left knee): No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran does not require a prescription from a medical provider for any ambulation aid due to left knee patellar instability. Fill only if 'Is there recurrent patellar instability?' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Cane(s) | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran requires a prescribed cane or canes for ambulation due to left knee patellar instability. Fill only if 'Prescription required (Left knee): Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Prescription required (Left knee): Yes
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| Walker | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran requires a prescribed walker for ambulation due to left knee patellar instability. Fill only if 'Prescription required (Left knee): Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Prescription required (Left knee): Yes
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| Crutches | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran requires prescribed crutches for ambulation due to left knee patellar instability. Fill only if 'Prescription required (Left knee): Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Prescription required (Left knee): Yes
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| Brace(s) | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran requires prescribed brace(s) for ambulation due to left knee patellar instability. Fill only if 'Prescription required (Left knee): Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Prescription required (Left knee): Yes
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| Left Knee - Describe checked boxes above | ||
| Left knee checked-box details | Text |
Provide a detailed description for each item you checked above for the left knee. Fill only if 'Does the Veteran currently have or has the Veteran been diagnosed with a meniscus (semilunar cartilage) condition?' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Meniscus condition - Yes
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| Left Knee - Functional Loss Explanation | ||
| Left Knee ROM Functional Loss Explanation | Text |
Provide an explanation of how the left knee range of motion limitation contributes to functional loss, including the specific ways it affects function. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Left Knee - Initial ROM Measurement Selection | ||
| All normal | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the left knee initial range of motion (ROM) measurements are within normal limits.
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| Abnormal or outside of normal range | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the left knee initial range of motion (ROM) measurements are abnormal or outside the normal range.
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| Unable to test | Radiobutton |
Check this box if you were unable to perform the left knee initial ROM measurement testing.
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| Not indicated | Radiobutton |
Check this box if left knee initial ROM measurement testing was not indicated for this evaluation.
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| Left Knee - Leg Length Discrepancy Measurements and Description | ||
| Leg length discrepancy (shortening of any bones of the lower extremity) | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a leg length discrepancy due to shortening of any bones of the lower extremity. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Left Leg Length Measurement | Number |
Enter the measured length of the left lower extremity for leg length discrepancy assessment. Fill only if 'Leg length discrepancy (shortening of any bones of the lower extremity)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Leg length discrepancy (shortening of any bones of the lower extremity)
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| Measurements unit: cm | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the leg length discrepancy measurement is recorded in centimeters (cm). Fill only if 'Leg length discrepancy (shortening of any bones of the lower extremity)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Leg length discrepancy (shortening of any bones of the lower extremity)
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| Measurements unit: inch | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the leg length discrepancy measurement is recorded in inches (inch). Fill only if 'Leg length discrepancy (shortening of any bones of the lower extremity)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Leg length discrepancy (shortening of any bones of the lower extremity)
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| Leg Length Discrepancy Relationship Description | Text |
Describe how any leg length discrepancy relates to the left knee/lower-leg conditions listed in the diagnosis section above. Fill only if 'Leg length discrepancy (shortening of any bones of the lower extremity)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Leg length discrepancy (shortening of any bones of the lower extremity)
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| Left Knee - Meniscal Condition and Symptom Frequency/Severity | ||
| Meniscus condition - Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran currently has, or has been diagnosed with, a left knee meniscus (semilunar cartilage) condition.
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| Meniscus condition - No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran does not currently have and has never been diagnosed with a left knee meniscus (semilunar cartilage) condition.
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| No current symptoms | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a left knee meniscus condition but currently has no symptoms. Fill only if 'Meniscus condition - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Meniscus condition - Yes
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| Meniscal dislocation | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran’s left knee meniscus condition includes a meniscal dislocation. Fill only if 'Meniscus condition - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Meniscus condition - Yes
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| Meniscal tear | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran’s left knee meniscus condition includes a meniscal tear. Fill only if 'Meniscus condition - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Meniscus condition - Yes
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| Frequent episodes of joint locking | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran frequently experiences episodes of the left knee “locking.” Fill only if 'Meniscus condition - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Meniscus condition - Yes
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| Frequent episodes of joint pain | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran frequently experiences left knee joint pain episodes related to the meniscus condition. Fill only if 'Meniscus condition - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Meniscus condition - Yes
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| Frequent episodes of joint effusion | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran frequently experiences episodes of left knee joint effusion (swelling/fluid in the joint). Fill only if 'Meniscus condition - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Meniscus condition - Yes
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| Left Knee - Outside Normal but Normal for Veteran Description | ||
| Left Knee Outside Normal but Normal for Veteran Description | Text |
Describe why the left knee range of motion is outside the normal range but is considered normal for the Veteran (e.g., due to age, body habitus, or a neurologic condition unrelated to a knee/lower leg condition). Fill only if 'Abnormal or outside of normal range' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Abnormal or outside of normal range
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| Left Knee - ROM Contributes to Functional Loss (Yes/No) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the left knee range of motion (when abnormal) itself contributes to a functional loss.
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the left knee range of motion (even if abnormal) does not itself contribute to a functional loss.
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| Left Knee - Testing Can Be Performed (Yes/No) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if left knee testing can be performed.
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if left knee testing cannot be performed.
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| Left Knee - Testing Not Performed Explanation | ||
| Left Knee Testing Not Performed Explanation | Text |
Explain why left knee testing cannot be performed if you answered "No" to whether testing can be performed. Fill only if 'No' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
No
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| Left Knee - Tibial/Fibular Impairment Conditions and Symptoms | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran currently has or has been diagnosed with a recurrent patellar dislocation, shin splints, stress fractures, or any other tibial or fibular impairment (left knee).
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran does not currently have and has not been diagnosed with a recurrent patellar dislocation, shin splints, stress fractures, or any other tibial or fibular impairment (left knee).
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| Stress fracture of the lower leg | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a stress fracture of the lower leg as part of the left tibial/fibular impairment. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Current Symptoms Description | Text |
Enter a description of the Veteran's current symptoms related to the left knee tibial or fibular impairment condition. Fill only if 'Stress fracture of the lower leg' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Stress fracture of the lower leg
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| Acquired and/or traumatic genu recurvatum | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has acquired and/or traumatic genu recurvatum with objectively demonstrated weakness and insecurity in weight-bearing. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Recurrent patellar dislocation | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has recurrent patellar dislocation as part of the left tibial/fibular impairment. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| "Shin Splints" (medial tibial stress syndrome - MTSS) | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has shin splints (medial tibial stress syndrome/MTSS) as part of the left tibial/fibular impairment. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Left Knee - Tibial/Fibular Impairment Response to Treatment | ||
| Responsive to surgery and/or treatment | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran’s tibial/fibular impairment has improved or responded to surgery and/or treatment. Fill only if 'Treatment for less than 12 consecutive months', 'Requiring treatment for 12 consecutive months or more' is 'Yes' (any fields).
Depends on:
Treatment for less than 12 consecutive months, Requiring treatment for 12 consecutive months or more
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| Unresponsive to shoe orthotics or other conservative treatment | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran’s tibial/fibular impairment did not respond to shoe orthotics or other conservative treatment. Fill only if 'Treatment for less than 12 consecutive months', 'Requiring treatment for 12 consecutive months or more' is 'Yes' (any fields).
Depends on:
Treatment for less than 12 consecutive months, Requiring treatment for 12 consecutive months or more
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| Unresponsive to surgery and to shoe orthotics or other conservative treatment | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran’s tibial/fibular impairment did not respond to surgery and also did not respond to shoe orthotics or other conservative treatment. Fill only if 'Treatment for less than 12 consecutive months', 'Requiring treatment for 12 consecutive months or more' is 'Yes' (any fields).
Depends on:
Treatment for less than 12 consecutive months, Requiring treatment for 12 consecutive months or more
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| Left Knee - Tibial/Fibular Impairment Treatment Length | ||
| No treatment received | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran has not received any treatment for the left knee tibial or fibular impairment. Fill only if '"Shin Splints" (medial tibial stress syndrome - MTSS)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
"Shin Splints" (medial tibial stress syndrome - MTSS)
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| Treatment for less than 12 consecutive months | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran has received treatment for the left knee tibial or fibular impairment for less than 12 consecutive months. Fill only if '"Shin Splints" (medial tibial stress syndrome - MTSS)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
"Shin Splints" (medial tibial stress syndrome - MTSS)
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| Requiring treatment for 12 consecutive months or more | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran has required treatment for the left knee tibial or fibular impairment for 12 consecutive months or more. Fill only if '"Shin Splints" (medial tibial stress syndrome - MTSS)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
"Shin Splints" (medial tibial stress syndrome - MTSS)
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| Left Knee - Unable to Test/Not Indicated Explanation | ||
| Left Knee Unable to Test/Not Indicated Explanation | Text |
Explain why the left knee initial range of motion (ROM) testing was unable to be performed or was not indicated. Fill only if 'Unable to test', 'Not indicated' is 'Yes' (any).
Depends on:
Unable to test, Not indicated
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| Left Knee Additional Loss After Three Repetitions | ||
| Additional loss after three repetitions — Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if there is additional loss of function or range of motion in the left knee after three repetitions.
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| Additional loss after three repetitions — No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if there is no additional loss of function or range of motion in the left knee after three repetitions.
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| Left knee flexion endpoint after 3 repetitions | Number |
Enter the left knee flexion endpoint measurement after completion of three repetitions. Fill only if 'Additional loss after three repetitions — Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Additional loss after three repetitions — Yes
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| Left knee extension endpoint after 3 repetitions | Number |
Enter the left knee extension endpoint measurement after completion of three repetitions. Fill only if 'Additional loss after three repetitions — Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Additional loss after three repetitions — Yes
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| Pain | Checkbox |
Check this box if pain is a factor causing the left knee’s additional functional loss after three repetitions. Fill only if 'Additional loss after three repetitions — Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Additional loss after three repetitions — Yes
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| Fatigability | Checkbox |
Check this box if fatigability is a factor causing the left knee’s additional functional loss after three repetitions. Fill only if 'Additional loss after three repetitions — Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Additional loss after three repetitions — Yes
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| Weakness | Checkbox |
Check this box if weakness is a factor causing the left knee’s additional functional loss after three repetitions. Fill only if 'Additional loss after three repetitions — Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Additional loss after three repetitions — Yes
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| Lack of endurance | Checkbox |
Check this box if lack of endurance is a factor causing the left knee’s additional functional loss after three repetitions. Fill only if 'Additional loss after three repetitions — Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Additional loss after three repetitions — Yes
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| Incoordination | Checkbox |
Check this box if incoordination is a factor causing the left knee’s additional functional loss after three repetitions. Fill only if 'Additional loss after three repetitions — Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Additional loss after three repetitions — Yes
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| Other | Checkbox |
Check this box if another factor (not listed) causes the left knee’s additional functional loss after three repetitions, and specify it in the provided line. Fill only if 'Additional loss after three repetitions — Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Additional loss after three repetitions — Yes
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| Left knee other factor causing additional loss after 3 repetitions | Text |
Describe any other factor(s) contributing to additional functional loss or range-of-motion loss in the left knee after three repetitions. Fill only if 'Additional loss after three repetitions — Yes', 'Other' is 'Yes' for all fields.
Depends on:
Additional loss after three repetitions — Yes, Other
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| N/A | Checkbox |
Check this box if the listed factors do not apply (e.g., no applicable contributing factor to additional functional loss after three repetitions). Fill only if 'Additional loss after three repetitions — Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Additional loss after three repetitions — Yes
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| Left Knee Ambulation Prescription and Devices (6D) | ||
| 6D - Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran requires a prescription from a medical provider for an ambulation device.
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| 6D - No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran does not require a prescription from a medical provider for any ambulation device.
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| Cane(s) | Checkbox |
Check this box if a cane is prescribed/required for ambulation. Fill only if '6D - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
6D - Yes
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| Walker | Checkbox |
Check this box if a walker is prescribed/required for ambulation. Fill only if '6D - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
6D - Yes
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| Crutches | Checkbox |
Check this box if crutches are prescribed/required for ambulation. Fill only if '6D - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
6D - Yes
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| Brace(s) | Checkbox |
Check this box if a brace is prescribed/required for ambulation. Fill only if '6D - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
6D - Yes
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| Left Knee Ankylosis Angle (5B) | ||
| Left Knee Ankylosis Angle (Degrees) | Number |
Enter the angle of ankylosis for the left knee in degrees. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| N/A – no ankylosis of knee joint | Checkbox |
Check this box if there is no ankylosis of the left knee joint (so the ankylosis angle does not apply). Fill only if 'No' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
No
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| Left Knee Ankylosis Presence and Severity (5A) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if there is ankylosis of the left knee and/or lower leg.
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if there is no ankylosis of the left knee and/or lower leg.
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| Favorable angle (full extension or slight flexion 0–10°) | Radiobutton |
Check this box if left knee ankylosis is present and the knee is fixed in full extension or slight flexion between 0 and 10 degrees. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Flexion 10–20° | Radiobutton |
Check this box if left knee ankylosis is present and the knee is fixed in flexion between 10 and 20 degrees. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Flexion 20–45° | Radiobutton |
Check this box if left knee ankylosis is present and the knee is fixed in flexion between 20 and 45 degrees. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Extremely unfavorable (flexion ≥45°) | Radiobutton |
Check this box if left knee ankylosis is present and the knee is fixed in flexion at an angle of 45 degrees or more. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Left Knee Crepitus/Tenderness Comments | ||
| Left Knee Crepitus Comments | Text |
Enter any comments or observations regarding crepitus in the left knee.
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| Objective evidence of crepitus - Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if there is objective evidence of crepitus in the left knee.
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| Objective evidence of crepitus - No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if there is no objective evidence of crepitus in the left knee.
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| Localized tenderness/pain on palpation - Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if there is objective evidence of localized tenderness or pain on palpation of the left knee joint or associated soft tissue.
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| Localized tenderness/pain on palpation - No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if there is no objective evidence of localized tenderness or pain on palpation of the left knee joint or associated soft tissue.
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| Left Knee Tenderness/Pain Explanation | Text |
If localized tenderness or pain on palpation is present, describe the location, severity, and how it relates to the condition(s). Fill only if 'Localized tenderness/pain on palpation - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Localized tenderness/pain on palpation - Yes
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| Left Knee Examined Immediately After Repeated Use Over Time | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran is being examined immediately after repeated use over time (left knee).
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran is not being examined immediately after repeated use over time (left knee).
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| Left Knee Flare-ups Assessment (During Flare-up, Functional Loss & Factors) | ||
| Exam conducted during a flare-up — Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the left knee examination is being performed while the Veteran is experiencing a flare-up.
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| Exam conducted during a flare-up — No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the left knee examination is not being performed during a flare-up.
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| Evidence suggests functional limitation with flare-ups — Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran’s statements/evidence indicate pain, fatigability, weakness, lack of endurance, or incoordination significantly limits left knee functional ability during flare-ups.
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| Evidence suggests functional limitation with flare-ups — No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran’s statements/evidence do not indicate significant limitation of left knee functional ability during flare-ups.
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| Factor causing functional loss: Pain | Checkbox |
Check this box if pain contributes to functional loss of the left knee during flare-ups. Fill only if 'Evidence suggests functional limitation with flare-ups — Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Evidence suggests functional limitation with flare-ups — Yes
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| Factor causing functional loss: Fatigability | Checkbox |
Check this box if fatigability contributes to functional loss of the left knee during flare-ups. Fill only if 'Evidence suggests functional limitation with flare-ups — Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Evidence suggests functional limitation with flare-ups — Yes
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| Factor causing functional loss: Weakness | Checkbox |
Check this box if weakness contributes to functional loss of the left knee during flare-ups. Fill only if 'Evidence suggests functional limitation with flare-ups — Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Evidence suggests functional limitation with flare-ups — Yes
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| Factor causing functional loss: Lack of endurance | Checkbox |
Check this box if lack of endurance contributes to functional loss of the left knee during flare-ups. Fill only if 'Evidence suggests functional limitation with flare-ups — Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Evidence suggests functional limitation with flare-ups — Yes
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| Factor causing functional loss: Incoordination | Checkbox |
Check this box if incoordination contributes to functional loss of the left knee during flare-ups. Fill only if 'Evidence suggests functional limitation with flare-ups — Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Evidence suggests functional limitation with flare-ups — Yes
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| Factor causing functional loss: Other | Checkbox |
Check this box if another factor (not listed) contributes to left knee functional loss during flare-ups and specify it in the provided space. Fill only if 'Evidence suggests functional limitation with flare-ups — Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Evidence suggests functional limitation with flare-ups — Yes
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| Other Flare-up Functional Loss Factor (Left Knee) | Text |
Enter any other factor not listed that causes functional loss of the left knee during flare-ups. Fill only if 'Evidence suggests functional limitation with flare-ups — Yes', 'Factor causing functional loss: Other' is 'Yes' for all fields selection.
Depends on:
Evidence suggests functional limitation with flare-ups — Yes, Factor causing functional loss: Other
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| Factor causing functional loss: N/A | Checkbox |
Check this box if none of the listed factors cause functional loss of the left knee during flare-ups.
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| Left Knee Flare-ups ROM Estimates (Flexion/Extension) | ||
| Left Knee Flare-up Flexion Endpoint (Degrees) | Number |
Enter the estimated left knee flexion endpoint during flare-ups, based on procured evidence and the Veteran’s statements. Fill only if 'Evidence suggests functional limitation with flare-ups — Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Evidence suggests functional limitation with flare-ups — Yes
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| Left Knee Flare-up Extension Endpoint (Degrees) | Number |
Enter the estimated left knee extension endpoint during flare-ups, based on procured evidence and the Veteran’s statements. Fill only if 'Evidence suggests functional limitation with flare-ups — Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Evidence suggests functional limitation with flare-ups — Yes
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| Left Knee Ligament Tear and Type (6B) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if there is or has been a left knee ligament tear (sprain).
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if there is not and has never been a left knee ligament tear (sprain).
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| Complete ligament tear | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the left knee ligament tear was a complete tear. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Incomplete/partial ligament tear | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the left knee ligament tear was incomplete or partial. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Left Knee Ligament Tear Repaired and Outcome (6C) | ||
| Ligament tear repaired - Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the left knee ligament tear was repaired.
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| Ligament tear repaired - No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the left knee ligament tear was not repaired.
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| Complete tear repair - successful | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the left knee had a complete ligament tear that was repaired and the repair was successful. Fill only if 'Ligament tear repaired - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Ligament tear repaired - Yes
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| Complete tear repair - failed | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the left knee had a complete ligament tear that was repaired and the repair failed. Fill only if 'Ligament tear repaired - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Ligament tear repaired - Yes
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| Left Knee Muscle Group XIII Involvement (5C) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the left knee ankylosis involves Muscle Group XIII (posterior thigh/hamstring muscle group).
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the left knee ankylosis does not involve Muscle Group XIII (posterior thigh/hamstring muscle group).
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| Left Knee Recurrent Patellar Instability (6E) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran has recurrent patellar instability in the left knee.
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran does not have recurrent patellar instability in the left knee.
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| Left Knee Recurrent Subluxation or Persistent Instability (6A) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the left knee has recurrent subluxation or persistent instability.
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the left knee does not have recurrent subluxation or persistent instability.
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| Left Knee Repeated Use Over Time Evidence Discussion | ||
| Repeated Use Over Time Evidence Discussion (Left Knee) | Text |
Enter a narrative citing and discussing all procurable evidence regarding the Veteran’s left knee functional loss with repeated use over time. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Left Knee Repeated Use Over Time Functional Loss (Yes/No & Factors) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the procured evidence suggests pain, fatigability, weakness, lack of endurance, or incoordination that significantly limits left knee functional ability with repeated use over time. Fill only if 'Is the Veteran being examined immediately after repeated use over time?' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the procured evidence does not suggest significant limitation of left knee functional ability with repeated use over time due to pain, fatigability, weakness, lack of endurance, or incoordination. Fill only if 'Is the Veteran being examined immediately after repeated use over time?' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No
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| Pain | Checkbox |
Check this box if pain is a factor causing the left knee functional loss with repeated use over time. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Fatigability | Checkbox |
Check this box if fatigability is a factor causing the left knee functional loss with repeated use over time. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Weakness | Checkbox |
Check this box if weakness is a factor causing the left knee functional loss with repeated use over time. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Lack of endurance | Checkbox |
Check this box if lack of endurance is a factor causing the left knee functional loss with repeated use over time. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Incoordination | Checkbox |
Check this box if incoordination is a factor causing the left knee functional loss with repeated use over time. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Other | Checkbox |
Check this box if another factor (not listed) causes the left knee functional loss with repeated use over time. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Other Functional Loss Factor | Text |
Enter any other factor(s) causing functional loss with repeated use over time that are not listed (e.g., pain, fatigability, weakness, lack of endurance, incoordination). Fill only if 'Yes', 'Other' is 'Yes' for all fields selection.
Depends on:
Yes, Other
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| N/A | Checkbox |
Check this box if selecting factors is not applicable (for example, because there is no functional loss with repeated use over time). Fill only if 'Is the Veteran being examined immediately after repeated use over time?' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No
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| Left Knee Repeated Use Over Time ROM Estimates (Flexion/Extension) | ||
| Flexion Endpoint After Repeated Use | Text |
Enter the estimated left knee flexion endpoint in degrees immediately after repeated use over time. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Extension Endpoint After Repeated Use | Text |
Enter the estimated left knee extension endpoint in degrees immediately after repeated use over time. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Left Knee Repetitive-Use Testing (3+ repetitions) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran is able to perform repetitive-use testing with at least three repetitions for the left knee.
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran is not able to perform repetitive-use testing with at least three repetitions for the left knee.
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| Explanation if Repetitive-Use Testing Not Performed | Text |
Provide the reason the Veteran was not able to complete repetitive-use range of motion testing with at least three repetitions for the left knee. Fill only if 'No' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
No
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| Left Knee Surgical Repair for Patellar Instability and Description (6F) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran has had surgical repair of the left knee for patellar instability.
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran has not had surgical repair of the left knee for patellar instability.
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| Left Knee Patellar Instability Surgery Description | Text |
Describe the surgical repair performed on the left knee for patellar instability, including the procedure details and any relevant notes. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Left Lower Extremity Atrophy Details and Measurements (Right Column) | ||
| Left lower extremity (location of measurement) | Checkbox |
Check this box when documenting muscle atrophy in the left lower extremity and you will specify the measurement location (e.g., “10 cm above or below knee”). Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Left Lower Extremity Atrophy Location and Measurement Details | Text |
Describe the specific location where the left lower extremity circumference was measured (e.g., how many cm above or below the knee) and any additional atrophy measurement details requested. Fill only if 'Left lower extremity (location of measurement)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Left lower extremity (location of measurement)
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| Circumference of More Normal Side (Left Lower Extremity) | Number |
Enter the circumference measurement of the more normal (less affected) side for comparison. Fill only if 'Left lower extremity (location of measurement)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Left lower extremity (location of measurement)
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| Circumference of Atrophied Side (Left Lower Extremity) | Number |
Enter the circumference measurement of the atrophied (more affected) side. Fill only if 'Left lower extremity (location of measurement)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Left lower extremity (location of measurement)
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| Muscle Atrophy Due to Claimed Condition? + Rationale if No (Left Column) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran’s muscle atrophy is due to the claimed condition listed in the diagnosis section. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran’s muscle atrophy is not due to the claimed condition listed in the diagnosis section (and provide a rationale). Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Rationale if Muscle Atrophy Not Due to Claimed Condition | Text |
Explain why the Veteran’s muscle atrophy is not due to the claimed condition listed in the diagnosis section, citing relevant medical evidence. Fill only if 'Yes', 'No' is 'Yes' for all fields selection.
Depends on:
Yes, No
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| Muscle Atrophy Due to Claimed Condition? + Rationale if No (Right Column) | ||
| Yes — Muscle atrophy due to claimed condition | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran’s muscle atrophy is due to the claimed condition listed in the diagnosis section. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| No — Muscle atrophy not due to claimed condition | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran’s muscle atrophy is not due to the claimed condition listed in the diagnosis section (and provide a rationale). Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Rationale if Muscle Atrophy Not Due to Claimed Condition | Text |
Provide the medical rationale explaining why the Veteran’s muscle atrophy is not due to the claimed condition listed in the diagnosis section. Fill only if 'Yes', 'No — Muscle atrophy not due to claimed condition' is 'Yes' for all fields selection.
Depends on:
Yes, No — Muscle atrophy not due to claimed condition
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| Muscle Atrophy Present? (Left Column) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran has muscle atrophy.
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran does not have muscle atrophy.
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| Muscle Atrophy Present? (Right Column) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran has muscle atrophy.
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran does not have muscle atrophy.
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| No Current Diagnosis Selected | ||
| No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran does not have a current diagnosis related to any of the claimed condition(s) listed above.
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| Other Assistive Device (Describe) and Frequency | ||
| Other (describe) | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran uses an assistive device not listed above, and write the device type on the line provided. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Other Assistive Device Description | Text |
Enter a description of the other assistive device the Veteran uses (not listed above). Fill only if 'Yes', 'Other (describe)' is 'Yes' and all.
Depends on:
Yes, Other (describe)
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| Other device frequency: Occasional | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran uses the other assistive device only occasionally. Fill only if 'Yes', 'Other (describe)' is 'Yes' and all.
Depends on:
Yes, Other (describe)
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| Other device frequency: Regular | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran uses the other assistive device on a regular basis. Fill only if 'Yes', 'Other (describe)' is 'Yes' and all.
Depends on:
Yes, Other (describe)
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| Other device frequency: Constant | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran uses the other assistive device constantly or nearly all the time. Fill only if 'Yes', 'Other (describe)' is 'Yes' and all.
Depends on:
Yes, Other (describe)
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| Other Diagnoses Section Indicator (Other - Specify) | ||
| Other (specify) | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a knee/lower leg diagnosis not listed above and you will specify the diagnosis in the space provided. Fill only if 'No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Other Diagnosis #1 Row | ||
| Other Diagnosis #1 | Text |
Enter the name of the other diagnosis associated with the claimed condition. Fill only if 'Other (specify)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other (specify)
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| Other diagnosis #1 - Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if Other diagnosis #1 affects the right side only. Fill only if 'Other (specify)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other (specify)
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| Other diagnosis #1 - Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if Other diagnosis #1 affects the left side only. Fill only if 'Other (specify)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other (specify)
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| Other diagnosis #1 - Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if Other diagnosis #1 affects both the right and left sides. Fill only if 'Other (specify)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other (specify)
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| Other Diagnosis #1 ICD Code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnostic code for Other Diagnosis #1. Fill only if 'Other (specify)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other (specify)
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| Other Diagnosis #1 Date of Diagnosis (Right) | Date |
Enter the date the right side diagnosis for Other Diagnosis #1 was made. Fill only if 'Other (specify)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other (specify)
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| Other Diagnosis #1 Date of Diagnosis (Left) | Date |
Enter the date the left side diagnosis for Other Diagnosis #1 was made. Fill only if 'Other (specify)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other (specify)
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| Other Diagnosis #2 Row | ||
| Other diagnosis #2 | Text |
Enter the name of the additional knee/lower leg diagnosis (diagnosis #2). Fill only if 'Other (specify)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other (specify)
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| Other diagnosis #2 - Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the condition entered for Other diagnosis #2 affects the right side only. Fill only if 'Other (specify)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other (specify)
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| Other diagnosis #2 - Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the condition entered for Other diagnosis #2 affects the left side only. Fill only if 'Other (specify)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other (specify)
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| Other diagnosis #2 - Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the condition entered for Other diagnosis #2 affects both the right and left sides. Fill only if 'Other (specify)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other (specify)
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| Other diagnosis #2 ICD code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnostic code associated with other diagnosis #2. Fill only if 'Other (specify)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other (specify)
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| Other diagnosis #2 date of diagnosis (right) | Date |
Enter the date this diagnosis was made for the right side. Fill only if 'Other (specify)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other (specify)
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| Other diagnosis #2 date of diagnosis (left) | Date |
Enter the date this diagnosis was made for the left side. Fill only if 'Other (specify)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other (specify)
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| Other Diagnosis #3 Row | ||
| Other Diagnosis #3 | Text |
Enter the name of the third additional diagnosis related to the claimed knee/lower leg condition. Fill only if 'Other (specify)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other (specify)
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| Other diagnosis #3 - Right | Radiobutton |
Check this box if Other diagnosis #3 affects the right knee/leg. Fill only if 'Other (specify)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other (specify)
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| Other diagnosis #3 - Left | Radiobutton |
Check this box if Other diagnosis #3 affects the left knee/leg. Fill only if 'Other (specify)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other (specify)
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| Other diagnosis #3 - Both | Radiobutton |
Check this box if Other diagnosis #3 affects both knees/legs. Fill only if 'Other (specify)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other (specify)
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| Other Diagnosis #3 ICD Code | Text |
Enter the ICD diagnosis code associated with Other Diagnosis #3. Fill only if 'Other (specify)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other (specify)
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| Other Diagnosis #3 Date of Diagnosis (Right) | Date |
Enter the date this diagnosis was made for the right side. Fill only if 'Other (specify)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other (specify)
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| Other Diagnosis #3 Date of Diagnosis (Left) | Date |
Enter the date this diagnosis was made for the left side. Fill only if 'Other (specify)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other (specify)
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| Other Requestor Description | ||
| Other Requestor Description | Text |
Describe who requested completion of this questionnaire if it was someone other than the Veteran/Claimant or a third party listed above. Fill only if 'Other' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Other
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| Patient/Veteran Identification | ||
| Patient/Veteran Name | Text |
Enter the full name of the patient/veteran.
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| Patient/Veteran Social Security Number | Text |
Enter the patient/veteran's Social Security number.
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| Date of Examination | Date |
Enter the date the examination was performed.
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| Questionnaire Requested By (Select One) | ||
| Veteran/Claimant | Checkbox |
Check this box if you are completing this Disability Benefits Questionnaire at the request of the Veteran/Claimant.
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| Third party | Checkbox |
Check this box if a third party requested the questionnaire, and list the requesting organization(s) or individual(s).
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| Other | Checkbox |
Check this box if the requestor is someone else not listed above, and describe who requested it.
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| Right Joint - Active Range of Motion (AROM) | ||
| Damaged | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the unclaimed joint is damaged. Fill only if 'Side affected' is 'Left'.
Depends on:
Side affected: Left
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| Undamaged | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the unclaimed joint is undamaged. Fill only if 'Side affected' is 'Left'.
Depends on:
Side affected: Left
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| AROM Flexion Endpoint (Degrees) | Number |
Enter the active range of motion flexion endpoint measurement for the right joint in degrees. Fill only if 'Undamaged' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Undamaged
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| AROM Extension Endpoint (Degrees) | Number |
Enter the active range of motion extension endpoint measurement for the right joint in degrees. Fill only if 'Undamaged' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Undamaged
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| Flexion (pain) | Checkbox |
Check this box if flexion range of motion exhibited pain on examination. Fill only if 'Undamaged' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Undamaged
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| Extension (pain) | Checkbox |
Check this box if extension range of motion exhibited pain on examination. Fill only if 'Undamaged' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Undamaged
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| Flexion Pain-Limited Endpoint (Degrees) | Number |
If flexion is limited by pain, weakness, fatigability, incoordination, or other factors, enter the flexion degree endpoint where the limitation occurs. Fill only if 'AROM Flexion Endpoint (Degrees)' differs from above.
Depends on:
AROM Flexion Endpoint (Degrees)
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| Extension Pain-Limited Endpoint (Degrees) | Number |
If extension is limited by pain, weakness, fatigability, incoordination, or other factors, enter the extension degree endpoint where the limitation occurs. Fill only if 'AROM Extension Endpoint (Degrees)' differs from above.
Depends on:
AROM Extension Endpoint (Degrees)
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| AROM Limitation Explanation | Text |
Describe any factors (pain, weakness, fatigability, incoordination, or other) that specifically limit active range of motion and provide relevant details. Fill only if 'Undamaged' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Undamaged
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| Right Joint - Evidence of Pain & Functional Impact | ||
| Evidence of pain - Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if there is evidence of pain in the right joint on examination.
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| Evidence of pain - No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if there is no evidence of pain in the right joint on examination.
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| Pain with weight-bearing | Checkbox |
Check this box if pain is present during weight-bearing activities for the right joint. Fill only if 'Evidence of pain - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Evidence of pain - Yes
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| Pain with nonweight-bearing | Checkbox |
Check this box if pain is present during nonweight-bearing use/positioning of the right joint. Fill only if 'Evidence of pain - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Evidence of pain - Yes
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| Pain with active motion | Checkbox |
Check this box if pain is present when the patient actively moves the right joint. Fill only if 'Evidence of pain - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Evidence of pain - Yes
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| Pain with passive motion | Checkbox |
Check this box if pain is present when the examiner passively moves the right joint. Fill only if 'Evidence of pain - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Evidence of pain - Yes
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| Pain at rest / non-movement | Checkbox |
Check this box if pain is present at rest or without movement of the right joint. Fill only if 'Evidence of pain - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Evidence of pain - Yes
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| Pain does not result in/cause functional loss | Checkbox |
Check this box if pain is present but does not result in or cause functional loss for the right joint. Fill only if 'Evidence of pain - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Evidence of pain - Yes
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| Pain causes functional loss | Checkbox |
Check this box if pain results in or causes functional loss for the right joint (and describe it in the comments box). Fill only if 'Evidence of pain - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Evidence of pain - Yes
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| Right Joint - Passive Range of Motion (PROM) | ||
| PROM Flexion Endpoint (Degrees) | Number |
Enter the passive range-of-motion flexion endpoint value in degrees for the right joint. Fill only if 'Flexion PROM same as active ROM' is 'No'.
Depends on:
Flexion PROM same as active ROM
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| Flexion PROM same as active ROM | Checkbox |
Check this box if the passive flexion endpoint (PROM) is the same as the active flexion ROM value.
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| PROM Extension Endpoint (Degrees) | Number |
Enter the passive range-of-motion extension endpoint value in degrees for the right joint. Fill only if 'Extension PROM same as active ROM' is 'No'.
Depends on:
Extension PROM same as active ROM
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| Extension PROM same as active ROM | Checkbox |
Check this box if the passive extension endpoint (PROM) is the same as the active extension ROM value.
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| Passive ROM pain: Flexion | Checkbox |
Check this box if passive flexion ROM exhibited pain during the examination.
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| Passive ROM pain: Extension | Checkbox |
Check this box if passive extension ROM exhibited pain during the examination.
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| PROM Flexion Endpoint (If Different) | Number |
If limitation is specifically attributable to pain, weakness, fatigability, incoordination, or other factors, enter the flexion endpoint in degrees attributable to those factors. Fill only if 'PROM Flexion Endpoint (Degrees)' differs from above.
Depends on:
PROM Flexion Endpoint (Degrees)
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| PROM Extension Endpoint (If Different) | Number |
If limitation is specifically attributable to pain, weakness, fatigability, incoordination, or other factors, enter the extension endpoint in degrees attributable to those factors. Fill only if 'PROM Extension Endpoint (Degrees)' differs from above.
Depends on:
PROM Extension Endpoint (Degrees)
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| PROM Limitation Explanation | Text |
Describe the factors (e.g., pain, weakness, fatigability, incoordination, or other) affecting passive range of motion and how they limit movement.
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| Right Knee - Ambulation Aids for Patellar Instability | ||
| Requires prescription for ambulation aid(s) - Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran requires a prescription from a medical provider for any ambulation aid due to right knee patellar instability. Fill only if 'Is there recurrent patellar instability?' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Requires prescription for ambulation aid(s) - No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran does not require a prescription from a medical provider for any ambulation aid due to right knee patellar instability. Fill only if 'Is there recurrent patellar instability?' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Cane(s) | Checkbox |
Check this box if, for right knee patellar instability, the Veteran requires a prescribed cane or canes for ambulation. Fill only if 'Requires prescription for ambulation aid(s) - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Requires prescription for ambulation aid(s) - Yes
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| Walker | Checkbox |
Check this box if, for right knee patellar instability, the Veteran requires a prescribed walker for ambulation. Fill only if 'Requires prescription for ambulation aid(s) - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Requires prescription for ambulation aid(s) - Yes
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| Crutches | Checkbox |
Check this box if, for right knee patellar instability, the Veteran requires prescribed crutches for ambulation. Fill only if 'Requires prescription for ambulation aid(s) - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Requires prescription for ambulation aid(s) - Yes
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| Brace(s) | Checkbox |
Check this box if, for right knee patellar instability, the Veteran requires prescribed brace(s) for ambulation. Fill only if 'Requires prescription for ambulation aid(s) - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Requires prescription for ambulation aid(s) - Yes
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| Right Knee - Describe checked boxes above | ||
| Right Knee Checked Box Details | Text |
Describe the right knee condition details corresponding to any boxes checked above. Fill only if 'Does the Veteran currently have or has the Veteran been diagnosed with a meniscus (semilunar cartilage) condition?' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Meniscus condition - Yes
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| Right Knee - Functional Loss Explanation | ||
| Right Knee ROM Functional Loss Explanation | Text |
Provide an explanation of how abnormal right knee range of motion contributes to functional loss, including the specific limitations it causes. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Right Knee - Initial ROM Measurement Selection | ||
| All normal | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the right knee initial range of motion (ROM) measurements are all within normal limits.
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| Abnormal or outside of normal range | Radiobutton |
Check this box if any right knee initial ROM measurement is abnormal or outside the normal range.
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| Unable to test | Radiobutton |
Check this box if you were unable to perform right knee initial ROM testing.
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| Not indicated | Radiobutton |
Check this box if right knee initial ROM measurements were not indicated to be performed.
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| Right Knee - Leg Length Discrepancy Measurements and Description | ||
| Leg length discrepancy | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a leg length discrepancy (shortening of any bones of the lower extremity). Fill only if 'Yes (tibial/fibular impairment diagnosis)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes (tibial/fibular impairment diagnosis)
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| Right Leg Length Measurement | Number |
Enter the measured length of the Veteran's right lower extremity for leg length discrepancy assessment. Fill only if 'Leg length discrepancy' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Leg length discrepancy
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| Right leg measurement unit: cm | Radiobutton |
Select this option if the right leg length measurement is being recorded in centimeters. Fill only if 'Leg length discrepancy' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Leg length discrepancy
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| Right leg measurement unit: inch | Radiobutton |
Select this option if the right leg length measurement is being recorded in inches (to the nearest 1/4 inch). Fill only if 'Leg length discrepancy' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Leg length discrepancy
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| Right Leg Length Discrepancy Relationship Description | Text |
Describe how any right leg length discrepancy relates to the tibial or fibular conditions listed in the diagnosis section above. Fill only if 'Leg length discrepancy' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Leg length discrepancy
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| Right Knee - Meniscal Condition and Symptom Frequency/Severity | ||
| Meniscus condition - Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran currently has, or has been diagnosed with, a right knee meniscus (semilunar cartilage) condition.
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| Meniscus condition - No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran does not currently have and has never been diagnosed with a right knee meniscus (semilunar cartilage) condition.
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| No current symptoms | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has a right knee meniscal condition but has no current meniscal symptoms. Fill only if 'Meniscus condition - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Meniscus condition - Yes
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| Meniscal dislocation | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has (or has had) right knee meniscal dislocation. Fill only if 'Meniscus condition - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Meniscus condition - Yes
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| Meniscal tear | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has (or has had) a right knee meniscal tear. Fill only if 'Meniscus condition - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Meniscus condition - Yes
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| Frequent episodes of joint "locking" | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran frequently experiences right knee joint locking episodes due to the meniscal condition. Fill only if 'Meniscus condition - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Meniscus condition - Yes
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| Frequent episodes of joint pain | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran frequently experiences right knee joint pain episodes due to the meniscal condition. Fill only if 'Meniscus condition - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Meniscus condition - Yes
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| Frequent episodes of joint effusion | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran frequently experiences right knee joint effusion (swelling/fluid) episodes due to the meniscal condition. Fill only if 'Meniscus condition - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Meniscus condition - Yes
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| Right Knee - Outside Normal but Normal for Veteran Description | ||
| Right Knee Outside-Normal ROM Explanation | Text |
Describe why the right knee range of motion is outside the normal range but is considered normal for the Veteran (e.g., due to age, body habitus, or a non-knee/leg condition). Fill only if 'Abnormal or outside of normal range' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Abnormal or outside of normal range
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| Right Knee - ROM Contributes to Functional Loss (Yes/No) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the right knee range of motion (ROM) itself contributes to a functional loss.
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the right knee range of motion (ROM) itself does not contribute to a functional loss.
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| Right Knee - Testing Can Be Performed (Yes/No) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if testing for the right knee can be performed.
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if testing for the right knee cannot be performed.
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| Right Knee - Testing Not Performed Explanation | ||
| Right Knee Testing Not Performed Explanation | Text |
Provide the reason right knee testing cannot be performed, including any limiting factors such as pain, safety concerns, or medical contraindications. Fill only if 'No' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
No
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| Right Knee - Tibial/Fibular Impairment Conditions and Symptoms | ||
| Yes (tibial/fibular impairment diagnosis) | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran currently has, or has been diagnosed with, recurrent patellar dislocation, shin splints (MTSS), stress fractures, or another tibial or fibular impairment of the right knee/lower leg.
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| No (tibial/fibular impairment diagnosis) | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran does not currently have and has never been diagnosed with recurrent patellar dislocation, shin splints (MTSS), stress fractures, or any other tibial or fibular impairment of the right knee/lower leg.
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| Stress fracture of the lower leg | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has (or has had) a stress fracture of the right lower leg. Fill only if 'Yes (tibial/fibular impairment diagnosis)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes (tibial/fibular impairment diagnosis)
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| Right knee tibial/fibular impairment symptoms description | Text |
Describe the Veteran’s current right knee symptoms related to tibial or fibular impairment (e.g., pain, swelling, instability, functional limitations). Fill only if 'Stress fracture of the lower leg' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Stress fracture of the lower leg
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| Acquired/traumatic genu recurvatum with weakness/insecurity in weight-bearing | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has acquired and/or traumatic genu recurvatum of the right knee with objectively demonstrated weakness and insecurity in weight-bearing. Fill only if 'Yes (tibial/fibular impairment diagnosis)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes (tibial/fibular impairment diagnosis)
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| Recurrent patellar dislocation | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has (or has had) recurrent dislocation of the right patella (kneecap). Fill only if 'Yes (tibial/fibular impairment diagnosis)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes (tibial/fibular impairment diagnosis)
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| Shin splints (medial tibial stress syndrome - MTSS) | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has (or has had) right-sided shin splints/medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS). Fill only if 'Yes (tibial/fibular impairment diagnosis)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes (tibial/fibular impairment diagnosis)
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| Right Knee - Tibial/Fibular Impairment Response to Treatment | ||
| Responsive to surgery and/or treatment | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran underwent treatment for the right knee tibial/fibular impairment and the condition improved (was responsive) to surgery and/or other treatment. Fill only if 'Treatment for less than 12 consecutive months', 'Requiring treatment for 12 consecutive months or more' is 'Yes' (any fields).
Depends on:
Treatment for less than 12 consecutive months, Requiring treatment for 12 consecutive months or more
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| Unresponsive to shoe orthotics or other conservative treatment | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran underwent conservative treatment (such as shoe orthotics) for the right knee tibial/fibular impairment and did not improve. Fill only if 'Treatment for less than 12 consecutive months', 'Requiring treatment for 12 consecutive months or more' is 'Yes' (any fields).
Depends on:
Treatment for less than 12 consecutive months, Requiring treatment for 12 consecutive months or more
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| Unresponsive to surgery and to shoe orthotics/other conservative treatment | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran underwent surgery and also tried shoe orthotics or other conservative treatment for the right knee tibial/fibular impairment, and the condition did not improve with either. Fill only if 'Treatment for less than 12 consecutive months', 'Requiring treatment for 12 consecutive months or more' is 'Yes' (any fields).
Depends on:
Treatment for less than 12 consecutive months, Requiring treatment for 12 consecutive months or more
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| Right Knee - Tibial/Fibular Impairment Treatment Length | ||
| No treatment received | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran has received no treatment for the right knee tibial/fibular impairment. Fill only if 'Shin splints (medial tibial stress syndrome - MTSS)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Shin splints (medial tibial stress syndrome - MTSS)
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| Treatment for less than 12 consecutive months | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran’s right knee tibial/fibular impairment has been treated for less than 12 consecutive months. Fill only if 'Shin splints (medial tibial stress syndrome - MTSS)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Shin splints (medial tibial stress syndrome - MTSS)
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| Requiring treatment for 12 consecutive months or more | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran’s right knee tibial/fibular impairment requires treatment for 12 consecutive months or more. Fill only if 'Shin splints (medial tibial stress syndrome - MTSS)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Shin splints (medial tibial stress syndrome - MTSS)
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| Right Knee - Unable to Test/Not Indicated Explanation | ||
| Right Knee Unable to Test/Not Indicated Explanation | Text |
Provide the explanation for why the right knee initial range of motion (ROM) measurements were unable to be tested or were not indicated. Fill only if 'Unable to test', 'Not indicated' is 'Yes' (any).
Depends on:
Unable to test, Not indicated
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| Right Knee Additional Loss After Three Repetitions | ||
| Yes – Additional loss after three repetitions | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the right knee shows additional loss of function or range of motion after completing at least three repetitions.
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| No – Additional loss after three repetitions | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the right knee does not show additional loss of function or range of motion after completing at least three repetitions.
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| Right Knee Flexion Endpoint After 3 Repetitions | Number |
Enter the right knee flexion endpoint measured after completion of three repetitive-use repetitions. Fill only if 'Yes – Additional loss after three repetitions' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes – Additional loss after three repetitions
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| Right Knee Extension Endpoint After 3 Repetitions | Number |
Enter the right knee extension endpoint measured after completion of three repetitive-use repetitions. Fill only if 'Yes – Additional loss after three repetitions' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes – Additional loss after three repetitions
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| Pain | Checkbox |
Check this box if pain is a factor causing the additional functional loss after three repetitions in the right knee. Fill only if 'Yes – Additional loss after three repetitions' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes – Additional loss after three repetitions
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| Fatigability | Checkbox |
Check this box if fatigability is a factor causing the additional functional loss after three repetitions in the right knee. Fill only if 'Yes – Additional loss after three repetitions' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes – Additional loss after three repetitions
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| Weakness | Checkbox |
Check this box if weakness is a factor causing the additional functional loss after three repetitions in the right knee. Fill only if 'Yes – Additional loss after three repetitions' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes – Additional loss after three repetitions
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| Lack of endurance | Checkbox |
Check this box if lack of endurance is a factor causing the additional functional loss after three repetitions in the right knee. Fill only if 'Yes – Additional loss after three repetitions' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes – Additional loss after three repetitions
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| Incoordination | Checkbox |
Check this box if incoordination is a factor causing the additional functional loss after three repetitions in the right knee. Fill only if 'Yes – Additional loss after three repetitions' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes – Additional loss after three repetitions
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| Other | Checkbox |
Check this box if another factor (not listed) causes the additional functional loss after three repetitions in the right knee, and specify it in the provided space. Fill only if 'Yes – Additional loss after three repetitions' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes – Additional loss after three repetitions
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| Other Factor Causing Additional Loss (Right Knee) | Text |
Describe any other factor not listed that contributes to the additional functional loss after three repetitions for the right knee. Fill only if 'Yes – Additional loss after three repetitions', 'Other' is 'Yes' for all fields.
Depends on:
Yes – Additional loss after three repetitions, Other
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| N/A | Checkbox |
Check this box if no factors apply because there is no additional functional loss after three repetitions in the right knee. Fill only if 'Yes – Additional loss after three repetitions' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes – Additional loss after three repetitions
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| Right Knee Ambulation Prescription and Devices (6D) | ||
| Prescription required for ambulation: Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran requires a prescription (by a medical provider) for any device to assist with ambulation (walking).
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| Prescription required for ambulation: No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran does not require a prescription (by a medical provider) for any ambulation-assist device.
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| Cane(s) | Checkbox |
Check this box if a prescribed cane (one or more) is required for ambulation. Fill only if 'Prescription required for ambulation: Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Prescription required for ambulation: Yes
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| Walker | Checkbox |
Check this box if a prescribed walker is required for ambulation. Fill only if 'Prescription required for ambulation: Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Prescription required for ambulation: Yes
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| Crutches | Checkbox |
Check this box if prescribed crutches are required for ambulation. Fill only if 'Prescription required for ambulation: Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Prescription required for ambulation: Yes
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| Brace(s) | Checkbox |
Check this box if a prescribed knee brace (one or more) is required for ambulation. Fill only if 'Prescription required for ambulation: Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Prescription required for ambulation: Yes
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| Right Knee Ankylosis Angle (5B) | ||
| Right Knee Ankylosis Angle (Degrees) | Number |
Enter the measured angle of ankylosis for the right knee in degrees. Fill only if 'Yes — ankylosis present' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes — ankylosis present
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| N/A – no ankylosis of knee joint | Checkbox |
Check this box if the right knee has no ankylosis (so an ankylosis angle in degrees does not apply). Fill only if 'No — ankylosis not present' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
No — ankylosis not present
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| Right Knee Ankylosis Presence and Severity (5A) | ||
| Yes — ankylosis present | Radiobutton |
Check this box if there is ankylosis of the right knee and/or lower leg.
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| No — ankylosis not present | Radiobutton |
Check this box if there is no ankylosis of the right knee and/or lower leg.
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| Severity: Favorable (0–10°) | Radiobutton |
Check this box if right knee ankylosis is at a favorable angle in full extension or slight flexion between 0 and 10 degrees. Fill only if 'Yes — ankylosis present' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes — ankylosis present
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| Severity: Flexion 10–20° | Radiobutton |
Check this box if right knee ankylosis is in flexion between 10 and 20 degrees. Fill only if 'Yes — ankylosis present' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes — ankylosis present
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| Severity: Flexion 20–45° | Radiobutton |
Check this box if right knee ankylosis is in flexion between 20 and 45 degrees. Fill only if 'Yes — ankylosis present' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes — ankylosis present
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| Severity: Extremely unfavorable (≥45°) | Radiobutton |
Check this box if right knee ankylosis is extremely unfavorable, with flexion at an angle of 45 degrees or more. Fill only if 'Yes — ankylosis present' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes — ankylosis present
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| Right Knee Crepitus/Tenderness Comments | ||
| Right Knee Crepitus Comments | Text |
Enter any comments describing the objective evidence of crepitus in the right knee.
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| Crepitus present (Yes) | Radiobutton |
Check this box if there is objective evidence of crepitus in the right knee.
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| Crepitus present (No) | Radiobutton |
Check this box if there is no objective evidence of crepitus in the right knee.
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| Localized tenderness/pain on palpation present (Yes) | Radiobutton |
Check this box if there is objective evidence of localized tenderness or pain on palpation of the right knee joint or associated soft tissue.
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| Localized tenderness/pain on palpation present (No) | Radiobutton |
Check this box if there is no objective evidence of localized tenderness or pain on palpation of the right knee joint or associated soft tissue.
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| Right Knee Tenderness/Pain on Palpation Explanation | Text |
If localized tenderness or pain on palpation is present, explain the right knee findings including location, severity, and relationship to the condition(s). Fill only if 'Localized tenderness/pain on palpation present (Yes)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Localized tenderness/pain on palpation present (Yes)
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| Right Knee Examined Immediately After Repeated Use Over Time | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran is being examined immediately after repeated use over time (right knee).
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran is not being examined immediately after repeated use over time (right knee).
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| Right Knee Flare-ups Assessment (During Flare-up, Functional Loss & Factors) | ||
| During flare-up: Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the right knee examination is being conducted during a flare-up.
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| During flare-up: No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the right knee examination is not being conducted during a flare-up.
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| Flare-ups cause significant functional limitation: Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if procured evidence indicates flare-ups cause pain, fatigability, weakness, lack of endurance, or incoordination that significantly limits functional ability.
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| Flare-ups cause significant functional limitation: No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if procured evidence does not indicate flare-ups significantly limit functional ability due to pain, fatigability, weakness, lack of endurance, or incoordination.
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| Functional loss factor: Pain | Checkbox |
Check this box if pain is a factor that causes the right knee functional loss during flare-ups. Fill only if 'Flare-ups cause significant functional limitation: Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Flare-ups cause significant functional limitation: Yes
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| Functional loss factor: Fatigability | Checkbox |
Check this box if fatigability is a factor that causes the right knee functional loss during flare-ups. Fill only if 'Flare-ups cause significant functional limitation: Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Flare-ups cause significant functional limitation: Yes
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| Functional loss factor: Weakness | Checkbox |
Check this box if weakness is a factor that causes the right knee functional loss during flare-ups. Fill only if 'Flare-ups cause significant functional limitation: Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Flare-ups cause significant functional limitation: Yes
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| Functional loss factor: Lack of endurance | Checkbox |
Check this box if lack of endurance is a factor that causes the right knee functional loss during flare-ups. Fill only if 'Flare-ups cause significant functional limitation: Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Flare-ups cause significant functional limitation: Yes
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| Functional loss factor: Incoordination | Checkbox |
Check this box if incoordination is a factor that causes the right knee functional loss during flare-ups. Fill only if 'Flare-ups cause significant functional limitation: Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Flare-ups cause significant functional limitation: Yes
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| Functional loss factor: Other | Checkbox |
Check this box if another factor not listed causes right knee functional loss during flare-ups, and provide details in the adjacent space. Fill only if 'Flare-ups cause significant functional limitation: Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Flare-ups cause significant functional limitation: Yes
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| Other Functional Loss Factor (Right Knee Flare-ups) | Text |
Enter the other factor(s) not listed that cause functional loss of the right knee during flare-ups. Fill only if 'Flare-ups cause significant functional limitation: Yes', 'Functional loss factor: Other' is 'Yes' for all fields selection.
Depends on:
Flare-ups cause significant functional limitation: Yes, Functional loss factor: Other
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| Functional loss factors: N/A | Checkbox |
Check this box if none of the listed factors apply to right knee functional loss during flare-ups.
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| Right Knee Flare-ups ROM Estimates (Flexion/Extension) | ||
| Right Knee Flare-up Flexion Endpoint (Degrees) | Text |
Enter the estimated right knee flexion endpoint in degrees during flare-ups based on available evidence and the Veteran’s statements. Fill only if 'Flare-ups cause significant functional limitation: Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Flare-ups cause significant functional limitation: Yes
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| Right Knee Flare-up Extension Endpoint (Degrees) | Text |
Enter the estimated right knee extension endpoint in degrees during flare-ups based on available evidence and the Veteran’s statements. Fill only if 'Flare-ups cause significant functional limitation: Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Flare-ups cause significant functional limitation: Yes
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| Right Knee Ligament Tear and Type (6B) | ||
| Ligament tear (sprain) - Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the patient has had a ligament tear (sprain) in the right knee.
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| Ligament tear (sprain) - No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the patient has not had a ligament tear (sprain) in the right knee.
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| Tear type - Complete ligament tear | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the right knee ligament tear was a complete tear. Fill only if 'Ligament tear (sprain) - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Ligament tear (sprain) - Yes
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| Tear type - Incomplete/partial ligament tear | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the right knee ligament tear was incomplete or partial. Fill only if 'Ligament tear (sprain) - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Ligament tear (sprain) - Yes
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| Right Knee Ligament Tear Repaired and Outcome (6C) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the right knee ligament tear was repaired.
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the right knee ligament tear was not repaired.
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| Complete tear repair – successful | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the right knee had a complete ligament tear that was repaired and the repair was successful. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Complete tear repair – failed | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the right knee had a complete ligament tear that was repaired but the repair failed. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Right Knee Muscle Group XIII Involvement (5C) | ||
| Muscle Group XIII involvement (Yes) | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the right knee is ankylosed and Muscle Group XIII (posterior thigh/hamstrings) is involved.
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| Muscle Group XIII involvement (No) | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the right knee is ankylosed and Muscle Group XIII (posterior thigh/hamstrings) is not involved.
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| Right Knee Recurrent Patellar Instability (6E) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the right knee has recurrent patellar instability.
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the right knee does not have recurrent patellar instability.
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| Right Knee Recurrent Subluxation or Persistent Instability (6A) | ||
| 6A. Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the right knee has recurrent subluxation or persistent instability.
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| 6A. No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the right knee does not have recurrent subluxation or persistent instability.
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| Right Knee Repeated Use Over Time Evidence Discussion | ||
| Right Knee Repeated Use Over Time Evidence Discussion | Text |
Cite and discuss all procurable evidence supporting the estimated right knee functional loss and range of motion with repeated use over time, specific to the case. Fill only if 'Repeated use over time functional loss: Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Repeated use over time functional loss: Yes
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| Right Knee Repeated Use Over Time Functional Loss (Yes/No & Factors) | ||
| Repeated use over time functional loss: Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if procured evidence (including the Veteran’s statements) suggests pain, fatigability, weakness, lack of endurance, or incoordination that significantly limits functional ability with repeated use over time. Fill only if 'Is the Veteran being examined immediately after repeated use over time?' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No
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| Repeated use over time functional loss: No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if procured evidence does not suggest any significant limitation in functional ability with repeated use over time. Fill only if 'Is the Veteran being examined immediately after repeated use over time?' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No
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| Factor causing functional loss: Pain | Checkbox |
Check this box if pain contributes to the functional loss with repeated use over time. Fill only if 'Repeated use over time functional loss: Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Repeated use over time functional loss: Yes
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| Factor causing functional loss: Fatigability | Checkbox |
Check this box if fatigability contributes to the functional loss with repeated use over time. Fill only if 'Repeated use over time functional loss: Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Repeated use over time functional loss: Yes
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| Factor causing functional loss: Weakness | Checkbox |
Check this box if weakness contributes to the functional loss with repeated use over time. Fill only if 'Repeated use over time functional loss: Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Repeated use over time functional loss: Yes
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| Factor causing functional loss: Lack of endurance | Checkbox |
Check this box if lack of endurance contributes to the functional loss with repeated use over time. Fill only if 'Repeated use over time functional loss: Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Repeated use over time functional loss: Yes
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| Factor causing functional loss: Incoordination | Checkbox |
Check this box if incoordination contributes to the functional loss with repeated use over time. Fill only if 'Repeated use over time functional loss: Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Repeated use over time functional loss: Yes
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| Factor causing functional loss: Other | Checkbox |
Check this box if another factor (not listed) contributes to the functional loss with repeated use over time. Fill only if 'Repeated use over time functional loss: Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Repeated use over time functional loss: Yes
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| Other Functional Loss Factor | Text |
Enter the other factor(s) causing functional loss with repeated use over time that are not listed (e.g., pain, fatigability, weakness, lack of endurance, incoordination). Fill only if 'Repeated use over time functional loss: Yes', 'Factor causing functional loss: Other' is 'Yes' for all fields selection.
Depends on:
Repeated use over time functional loss: Yes, Factor causing functional loss: Other
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| Factors causing functional loss: N/A | Checkbox |
Check this box if no factors apply as causes of functional loss with repeated use over time. Fill only if 'Is the Veteran being examined immediately after repeated use over time?' is 'No'.
Depends on:
No
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| Right Knee Repeated Use Over Time ROM Estimates (Flexion/Extension) | ||
| Flexion Endpoint After Repeated Use Over Time | Number |
Enter the estimated right knee flexion endpoint (in degrees) immediately after repeated use over time based on the available evidence. Fill only if 'Repeated use over time functional loss: Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Repeated use over time functional loss: Yes
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| Extension Endpoint After Repeated Use Over Time | Number |
Enter the estimated right knee extension endpoint (in degrees) immediately after repeated use over time based on the available evidence. Fill only if 'Repeated use over time functional loss: Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Repeated use over time functional loss: Yes
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| Right Knee Repetitive-Use Testing (3+ repetitions) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran is able to perform repetitive-use testing with at least three repetitions for the right knee.
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran is not able to perform repetitive-use testing with at least three repetitions for the right knee.
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| Unable to Perform Repetitive-Use Testing Explanation (Right Knee) | Text |
Explain why the Veteran is unable to perform right-knee repetitive-use testing with at least three repetitions. Fill only if 'No' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
No
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| Right Knee Surgical Repair for Patellar Instability and Description (6F) | ||
| Yes — Surgical repair for patellar instability (Right knee) | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran has had surgical repair of the right knee for patellar instability.
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| No — Surgical repair for patellar instability (Right knee) | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran has not had surgical repair of the right knee for patellar instability.
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| Right Knee Patellar Instability Surgery Description | Text |
Describe the surgical repair procedure(s) performed on the right knee for patellar instability, including what was repaired and any relevant operative details. Fill only if 'Yes — Surgical repair for patellar instability (Right knee)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes — Surgical repair for patellar instability (Right knee)
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| Right Lower Extremity Atrophy Details and Measurements (Left Column) | ||
| Right lower extremity (specify location of measurement) | Checkbox |
Check this box if the muscle atrophy is in the right lower extremity and you will specify the measurement location (e.g., “10 cm above or below knee”). Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Right lower extremity atrophy measurement location | Text |
Enter the specific location on the right lower extremity where the circumference measurements were taken (e.g., how many centimeters above or below the knee). Fill only if 'Right lower extremity (specify location of measurement)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Right lower extremity (specify location of measurement)
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| Circumference of more normal side (cm) | Number |
Enter the circumference measurement of the more normal (unaffected) side at the specified location. Fill only if 'Right lower extremity (specify location of measurement)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Right lower extremity (specify location of measurement)
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| Circumference of atrophied side (cm) | Number |
Enter the circumference measurement of the atrophied (affected) side at the specified location. Fill only if 'Right lower extremity (specify location of measurement)' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Right lower extremity (specify location of measurement)
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| Section 10A - Other Pertinent Physical Findings (Yes/No and Summary) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran has other pertinent physical findings, complications, conditions, signs, or symptoms related to the diagnosed condition(s).
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran does not have any other pertinent physical findings, complications, conditions, signs, or symptoms related to the diagnosed condition(s).
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| Other Pertinent Physical Findings Summary | Text |
Provide a brief summary describing any other pertinent physical findings, complications, conditions, signs, or symptoms related to the conditions listed in the diagnosis section. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Section 10B - Scars or Disfigurement (Yes/No) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran has any scars or other skin disfigurement related to any condition or to the treatment of any condition listed in the diagnosis section.
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran does not have any scars or other skin disfigurement related to any condition or to the treatment of any condition listed in the diagnosis section.
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| SECTION 14 - FUNCTIONAL IMPACT | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the diagnosed condition(s) impact the Veteran’s ability to perform any type of occupational task (e.g., standing, walking, lifting, sitting).
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the diagnosed condition(s) do not impact the Veteran’s ability to perform occupational tasks.
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| Functional Impact Description | Text |
Describe how the diagnosed condition(s) impact the veteran’s ability to perform occupational tasks (e.g., standing, walking, lifting, sitting), providing one or more examples. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| SECTION 15 - REMARKS | ||
| Remarks | Text |
Enter any additional remarks or explanations, including the section number the remark relates to when applicable. Fill only if 'The Veteran does not have a current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition(s) listed above' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
No current diagnosis associated with any claimed condition
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| Section 9 (Left Knee) - Surgical Procedures and Residuals | ||
| No surgery | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has not had any surgical procedures on the left knee.
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| Knee joint resurfacing | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has had a left knee joint resurfacing procedure.
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| Left Knee Joint Resurfacing Surgery Date | Date |
Enter the date the left knee joint resurfacing surgery was performed. Fill only if 'Knee joint resurfacing' is checked.
Depends on:
Knee joint resurfacing
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| Total knee joint replacement | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has had a total left knee joint replacement.
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| Left Total Knee Replacement Surgery Date | Date |
Enter the date the left total knee joint replacement surgery was performed. Fill only if 'Total knee joint replacement' is checked.
Depends on:
Total knee joint replacement
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| Total knee joint replacement residuals: None | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has no residuals from the total left knee joint replacement.
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| Total knee joint replacement residuals: Intermediate degrees of residual weakness, pain, or limitation of motion | Checkbox |
Check this box if, after total left knee joint replacement, the Veteran has intermediate residual weakness, pain, or limitation of motion.
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| Total knee joint replacement residuals: Chronic residuals consisting of severe painful motion or weakness | Checkbox |
Check this box if, after total left knee joint replacement, the Veteran has chronic residuals with severe painful motion or weakness.
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| Total knee joint replacement residuals: Other residuals (describe) | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has residuals from the total left knee joint replacement that are not covered by the listed options and will be described.
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| Left Total Knee Replacement Other Residuals Description | Text |
Describe any other residuals from the left total knee joint replacement not covered by the listed options. Fill only if 'Total knee joint replacement residuals: Other residuals (describe)' is checked.
Depends on:
Total knee joint replacement residuals: Other residuals (describe)
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| Meniscectomy | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has had a left knee meniscectomy.
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| Left Meniscectomy Surgery Date | Date |
Enter the date the left meniscectomy surgery was performed. Fill only if 'Meniscectomy' is checked.
Depends on:
Meniscectomy
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| Arthroscopic ligament repair | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has had an arthroscopic ligament repair procedure on the left knee.
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| Left Arthroscopic Ligament Repair Surgery Date | Date |
Enter the date the left arthroscopic ligament repair surgery was performed. Fill only if 'Arthroscopic ligament repair' is checked.
Depends on:
Arthroscopic ligament repair
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| Other surgery not described (specify below) | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has had another left knee surgery not listed here and the type of surgery will be specified.
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| Left Other Knee Surgery Date | Date |
Enter the date the other left knee surgery (not otherwise described on this form) was performed. Fill only if 'Other surgery not described (specify below)' is checked.
Depends on:
Other surgery not described (specify below)
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| Left Other Knee Surgery Type | Text |
Specify the type of other left knee surgery performed that is not listed above. Fill only if 'Other surgery not described (specify below)' is checked.
Depends on:
Other surgery not described (specify below)
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| Residual signs or symptoms due to meniscectomy, arthroscopic ligament repair or other knee surgery not described above | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has current residual signs or symptoms due to a left knee meniscectomy, arthroscopic ligament repair, or other left knee surgery not otherwise listed above.
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| Left Knee Surgery Residuals Description | Text |
Describe any residual signs or symptoms due to left meniscectomy, arthroscopic ligament repair, or other left knee surgery not described above.
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| Section 9 (Right Knee) - Surgical Procedures and Residuals | ||
| No surgery | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has not had any right knee surgery.
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| Knee joint resurfacing | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has had right knee joint resurfacing surgery.
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| Knee Joint Resurfacing Surgery Date (Right Knee) | Date |
Enter the date the Veteran had right knee joint resurfacing surgery. Fill only if 'Knee joint resurfacing' is checked.
Depends on:
Knee joint resurfacing
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| Total knee joint replacement | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has had a total right knee joint replacement.
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| Total Knee Joint Replacement Surgery Date (Right Knee) | Date |
Enter the date the Veteran had a total right knee joint replacement. Fill only if 'Total knee joint replacement' is checked.
Depends on:
Total knee joint replacement
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| Total knee joint replacement residuals: None | Checkbox |
Check this box if there are no residual symptoms or functional limitations following the total right knee replacement.
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| Residuals: Intermediate degrees of residual weakness, pain, or limitation of motion | Checkbox |
Check this box if the total right knee replacement resulted in intermediate (not severe) residual weakness, pain, or limitation of motion.
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| Residuals: Chronic residuals consisting of severe painful motion or weakness | Checkbox |
Check this box if the total right knee replacement resulted in chronic severe painful motion or severe weakness.
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| Residuals: Other (describe) | Checkbox |
Check this box if the total right knee replacement resulted in other residuals not listed, and provide a description.
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| Other Total Knee Replacement Residuals Description (Right Knee) | Text |
Describe any other residuals from the Veteran’s total right knee replacement that are not covered by the listed residual options. Fill only if 'Residuals: Other (describe)' is checked.
Depends on:
Residuals: Other (describe)
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| Meniscectomy | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has had a right knee meniscectomy.
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| Meniscectomy Surgery Date (Right Knee) | Date |
Enter the date the Veteran had a right knee meniscectomy. Fill only if 'Meniscectomy' is checked.
Depends on:
Meniscectomy
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| Arthroscopic ligament repair | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has had arthroscopic ligament repair surgery on the right knee.
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| Arthroscopic Ligament Repair Surgery Date (Right Knee) | Date |
Enter the date the Veteran had right knee arthroscopic ligament repair surgery. Fill only if 'Arthroscopic ligament repair' is checked.
Depends on:
Arthroscopic ligament repair
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| Other surgery not described (specify below) | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran had another type of right knee surgery not listed and you will specify the type of surgery.
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| Other Knee Surgery Date (Right Knee) | Date |
Enter the date of the other right knee surgery that is not otherwise described on the form. Fill only if 'Other surgery not described (specify below)' is checked.
Depends on:
Other surgery not described (specify below)
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| Type of Other Knee Surgery (Right Knee) | Text |
Specify the type/name of the other right knee surgery performed. Fill only if 'Other surgery not described (specify below)' is checked.
Depends on:
Other surgery not described (specify below)
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| Residual signs or symptoms due to meniscectomy, arthroscopic ligament repair, or other knee surgery not described above | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran has residual signs or symptoms from a right knee meniscectomy, arthroscopic ligament repair, or other unlisted right knee surgery.
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| Residual Signs and Symptoms Description (Right Knee) | Text |
Describe any residual signs or symptoms due to right knee meniscectomy, arthroscopic ligament repair, or other knee surgery not described above.
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| Third Party Requestor Name(s) | ||
| Third-Party Requestor Name(s) | Text |
Enter the name(s) of the third-party organization(s) or individual(s) requesting completion of this Disability Benefits Questionnaire. Fill only if 'Third party' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Third party
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| Veteran Regularly Seen in Clinic (Yes/No) | ||
| Yes | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran is regularly seen as a patient in your clinic.
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| No | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran is not regularly seen as a patient in your clinic.
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| Walker Use and Frequency | ||
| Walker | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran uses a walker as an assistive device for locomotion. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Walker frequency: Occasional | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran uses a walker occasionally. Fill only if 'Yes', 'Walker' is 'Yes' and all.
Depends on:
Yes, Walker
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| Walker frequency: Regular | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran uses a walker on a regular basis. Fill only if 'Yes', 'Walker' is 'Yes' and all.
Depends on:
Yes, Walker
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| Walker frequency: Constant | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran uses a walker constantly. Fill only if 'Yes', 'Walker' is 'Yes' and all.
Depends on:
Yes, Walker
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| Wheelchair Use and Frequency | ||
| Wheelchair | Checkbox |
Check this box if the Veteran uses a wheelchair as an assistive device for locomotion. Fill only if 'Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on:
Yes
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| Wheelchair frequency of use: Occasional | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran uses a wheelchair only occasionally. Fill only if 'Yes', 'Wheelchair' is 'Yes' and all.
Depends on:
Yes, Wheelchair
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| Wheelchair frequency of use: Regular | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran uses a wheelchair on a regular basis but not constantly. Fill only if 'Yes', 'Wheelchair' is 'Yes' and all.
Depends on:
Yes, Wheelchair
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| Wheelchair frequency of use: Constant | Radiobutton |
Check this box if the Veteran uses a wheelchair constantly as their normal mode of locomotion. Fill only if 'Yes', 'Wheelchair' is 'Yes' and all.
Depends on:
Yes, Wheelchair
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