Megan Hydutsky v. HHS - Influenza, shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2024)

Megan Hydutsky filed a petition for compensation under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program alleging she suffered a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) after receiving an influenza vaccination on November 25, 2019. She further alleged that the injury caused residual effects for more than six months.

The respondent, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, filed a Rule 4(c) report conceding that Petitioner was entitled to compensation, specifically stating that she suffered a SIRVA as defined by the Vaccine Injury Table. A Ruling on Entitlement was issued on March 22, 2024, finding Petitioner entitled to compensation.

Subsequently, on April 9, 2024, the Respondent filed a Proffer on Award of Compensation, recommending an award of $57,500.00 for pain and suffering, which Petitioner agreed to. The Chief Special Master issued a Decision Awarding Damages on May 10, 2024, awarding Megan Hydutsky a lump sum payment of $57,500.00 for pain and suffering.