Updated Jul 29, 2021
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This section contains the topic, “Developing Claims for SC for Positive Tuberculin Reactions.”
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1. Developing Claims for SC for Positive Tuberculin Reactions
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This topic contains information on developing claims for SC for positive tuberculin reactions, including the
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Change Date |
October 23, 2015
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VIII.iii.2.A.1.a. Action to Take When Only a Positive Tuberculin Reaction Is Claimed |
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If a claim is submitted for only a positive tuberculin reaction, refer the claim to the rating activity for a determination as to whether or not a disability is present.
Reference: For more information on medical treatment for a positive tuberculin reaction, see M21-1, Part XIII, Subpart i, 3.E.
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VIII.iii.2.A.1.c. Reporting Responsibilities of VA Outpatient Clinics and VAMCs |
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As provided in M21-1, Part XIII, Subpart i, 3.E.1.c, a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) outpatient clinic or VA medical center (VAMC) will furnish a report of the follow-up examination made at the expiration of the 12-month period of chemotherapy for discharged personnel who have had a tuberculin test conversion from negative to positive during service.
If a VA outpatient clinic or VAMC report or any other evidence indicates the presence of tuberculous disease, solicit a claim for service connection (SC).
Reference: For more information on soliciting claims for chronic, unclaimed disabilities, see M21-1, Part II, Subpart iii, 2.G.2.e.
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