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    Picking LDES over IDES?

    Not a ton of facets to it. I just don't really need the VA rating or process that looks inherent to the IDES. But I've read that the LDES is quicker but offers less "protection". I'm not sure what that means. A quicker process is appealing, but I also don't want to inadvertently shoot myself...
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    Picking LDES over IDES?

    Currently I am a Reservist wish almost 17 1/2 years in. I am in the beginning stages of the MEB process, but I have come to a juncture where I can request (with approval) the LDES path vs. the IDES path. I already have 100% through the VA and am looking to pursue a medical retirement. My legal...
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    Next step in the process and what does it mean?

    I just received this email. Is there anything I should know going in. I am already 100% Service Connected. Thank you all for your assistance! "This email is to notify you that your case will be transitioning to the next stage in case management due to your recent permanent profile. Your...
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    Reservist with 17 years and 100% VA rating Med Retirement

    When you submitted your profile packet, was it just once and it triggered the MEB or did you have to submit a temporary 3 times?
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    Reservist with 17 years and 100% VA rating Med Retirement

    So I figure there's not much in a reserve retirement, I have about 3200 (if I wait 20 years I'll have around 3400) points and about 8 1/2 years of active time. All of my disabilities are combat related and annotated so with the VA, but I wouldn't put it past the Army to say they are not. Either...
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    Reservist with 17 years and 100% VA rating Med Retirement

    So I figure there's not much in a reserve retirement, I have about 3200 (if I wait 20 years I'll have around 3400) points and about 8 1/2 years of active time. All of my disabilities are combat related and annotated so with the VA, but I wouldn't put it past the Army to say they are not. Either...
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    Reservist with 17 years and 100% VA rating Med Retirement

    Hello all, I am an Army Reservist with 17 years of service. I recently received a VA rating of 100% for multiple issues, one being 70% for residuals of TBI with PTSD. I am looking for any advice on how I should start the process to be Med Boarded. It is my current understanding that I have to...
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