Search results

Hey everyone, As mentioned in the title I was medically retired after 13.5 years in the Air Force. My job was heavy construction. I deployed twice; however, not anywhere with combat. 2013-2014 I was deployed to the Deid and we received hostile fire and hazard duty pay. Yes, laugh and say what...

Last active duty day is 23 May. I’m 50% DoD and 90% proposed VA. I’ve reached out to my local finance office, called DFAS, nobody has answers. Looked on this forum and I see that I’ll probably get the VA payments…end of July. Last active duty check somewhere between 2-4 weeks after final...

Hey everyone, Got my results back. 50%DoD and 90% VA. Referred condition was lumbar spondylosis. I got 40% for main back issue and 10% each leg for radiculopathy. My ODC lawyer mentioned I could try to get 40% each leg if I get a letter confirming severity by my neurosurgeon. Has anyone...

I know it’s just an estimate and I still have to wait for the Air Force to make their decision; however, how easy or difficult is it to appeal and try to get 100% when you’re already at a 90? I’ve read that it’s easy and usually the person gets the 100 but I’ve also read it can be difficult...

Does this mean I’ll be found fit and return to service? I haven’t heard back from DOD yet. Or does this mean they ignored all 29 claims I made and I’ll get a zero rating and still med boarded?

Just seeing if anyone had experience with appealing at the Formal Board. I’m covering all areas. I believe I have a good shot at decent ratings, but who the hell knows anymore. However, if it came down to it, and a member wanted to stay in service, how would that person go about that process? I...

Does anyone have examples of what verbiage a witness statement should have in it? I’m writing them for leadership, supervisors, and others to sign. Leadership gave me the green light to do so and they will sign. I just need any examples of effective witness statements or a post that explains how...

Is it smart to upload any documents to the VA while your claim is under reviewed? Was told since my DBQs basically said “no issues” that it would be wise to highlight my records that show injuries from medical records and upload to the VA. Was also advised that having an MFR that can show all...

Good evening, Finally got all DBQs loaded into tricare and I was curious, so I checked out the main one I am getting boarded for only to find it very disappointing. One of the DBQs for my back…actually both read the same. I was supposed to have back surgery but I denied it for reasons of my...

Here is my timeline (Patrick) to help anyone out through this process. Was told this will take 6-7 months May 8: Notice of CC impact statement due and sent to me and leadership. June 11 PEBLO emailed me about full MEB being directed and sent forms to fill out. June 12 IDES briefing w/PEBLO...

Good morning, My base finally initiated a full MEB. The document they sent stating that a full MeB for retention decision is required has a diagnostic code of 5242 (degenerative disc arthritis). Will they add more codes as it gets reviewed? Under my records from a spine surgeon and what they...

Good day all, Just got the email to complete the CC’s impact statement form. I was advised to list not just the condition that initiated the MEB process, but all duty limiting conditions. Does anyone happen to have any advice on how to fill that out or how much detail they want to see for each...

I turned down back fusement surgery and up for MEB now. Has anyone else denied a surgery after exhausting all other procedures? I was told that I pretty much screwed myself by denying the surgery.