Cancerous bone tumors - primary (osteosarcoma, Ewing's sarcoma, chondrosarcoma) or metastatic from other cancers. Causes bone pain, swelling, pathological fractures. Primary bone cancer more common in young adults; metastatic more common in older adults. Treatment includes surgery (often amputation or limb-sparing resection), chemotherapy, radiation.
Active malignant bone tumor, or during treatment phase (surgery, chemotherapy, radiation), or for 6 months after treatment completion. Then re-evaluate based on residuals, recurrence, or metastases.
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 malignant neoplasm of bone 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 malignant neoplasm of bone, 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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