Topics to document accurately
Keep a personal factual record of medical diagnoses, treatment history, symptom frequency, functional effects, and questions for your clinician. Different disabilities require different examinations and findings.
Questions for a personal history
- When did symptoms begin, and what changes have you noticed?
- What diagnoses, tests, appointments, medications, or therapies have been documented?
- How often do symptoms occur, and what is the usual duration or severity?
- What everyday activities or work tasks are affected?
- Which documents would you like to organize and share with your care team or accredited representative?
Current official evaluation criteria
Use the public DBQ library to locate any available forms and the federal rating schedule to review the current regulatory framework. Requirements depend on the particular diagnosis and claim.