Patricia M. Browne v. HHS - Influenza, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (2018)

Patricia M. Browne filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, alleging she suffered Shoulder Injury Related to Vaccine Administration (SIRVA) as a result of her December 15, 2014 influenza vaccination.

The respondent conceded that her medical course was consistent with SIRVA, a Table injury, as she had no prior shoulder issues, the pain occurred within 48 hours of the vaccination, was limited to the injection site, and no other condition explained the pain. The respondent also noted that she suffered residual effects for more than six months.

Based on this concession and the evidence, the Chief Special Master found petitioner entitled to compensation. Subsequently, on October 17, 2018, the respondent filed a proffer on award of compensation, agreeing to an award of $85,151.75.

This amount included $3,801.05 for past out-of-pocket expenses, $350.70 for lost wages, and $81,000.00 for pain and suffering. Petitioner, a competent adult, agreed with the proffered award.

The Chief Special Master issued a decision awarding the lump sum payment of $85,151.75.