Infectious disease caused by SARS-CoV-2 virus with acute and chronic manifestations. Acute illness ranges from asymptomatic to severe respiratory failure. Long COVID (post-acute sequelae) includes fatigue, dyspnea, cognitive dysfunction, chest pain, and multiple organ system effects persisting >4 weeks. Complications include pneumonia, ARDS, myocarditis, thromboembolism.
Hospitalization for acute severe infection requiring ICU/ventilator (temporary); or incapacitating long COVID with severe multi-organ dysfunction
Severe persistent symptoms. Significant multi-system effects, severe fatigue precluding most activities, severe dyspnea, disabling cognitive impairment
Moderate persistent symptoms. Chronic fatigue, dyspnea limiting activities, cognitive dysfunction ('brain fog') affecting work or daily life
Mild persistent symptoms (occasional fatigue, mild dyspnea with exertion) not significantly limiting function
Fully recovered with no residual symptoms or effects
Medical Evidence
Current diagnosis from a qualified healthcare provider, medical records documenting symptoms and treatment history
Service Connection
Evidence linking your condition to military service (service treatment records, incident reports, or nexus letter)
Personal Statement
Your detailed account of how covid-19 affects your daily life and when symptoms began
Lay Evidence
Buddy letters from fellow service members or family who can corroborate your symptoms
During your Compensation & Pension exam for covid-19, examiners will assess your symptoms against the rating criteria above.
Be specific: Describe your worst day, not your average day
Document everything: Bring copies of all medical records and evidence
Functional impact: Explain how symptoms affect work, sleep, and daily activities
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