IPEB-Sleep Apnea

Hello all,

I came across this site last week when I found out some scary info. I have sleep apnea and use a CPAP machine. I had a MEB request submitted last year or so I thought but, my PCM didn't follow through. So After waiting patiently I followed up and the MEB process began back in July. I finally got the package submitted to the local board and their recommendation was send my package to the IPEB.

Their reasoning was because of my current weight (280). I'm also 6'4" and a big guy but, I don't appear fat. I do know i'm overweight but, I had surgery on my right toe (fused the bones together) which limited my cardio abilities. I make no excuse the overweight portion is on me. My concern i whether or not i'm likely to get medically separated/retired or the code c? My PEBLO said it could go either way but, since i'm Obese per my BMI that concerns me. I've began making the changes to better my health for myself. My commander letter was supportive and clearly stated i'm able to perform my job with no issues. I don't fall asleep at work or anything but, I do still have issues getting a solid nights sleep sometimes.

So if anyone has any insight as to what I should expect that would be great.

PS: I have signed up for the TAPP class in preparation for the worst. If the likelyhood appears to go the medical route then i'd like to know what percentage is common for sleep apnea to get an idea of the likelyhood i'll be retired.

I do want to stay in. I was in the process of being reviewed for an assignment I really wanted and i'm assuming that because my package is on it's way to the IPEB the assignment chances will disappear.

Thanks,
Frustrated NCO
 
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after just going through the MEB/PEB i was rated 40% and place3d on TDRL. One of the conditions I was boarded for was sleep apnea with the use of CPAP. However the sleep apnea was the only condition I was not rated on. Sleep apnea has been one of those conditions that seems to have had a 180 degree turn as far as being rated by the military. Used to be that you were separated or retired if you had it becuase of being non deployable, but since DOD has to follow the VA schedule of ratings by law now, the majority of sleep apnea cases are RTD with a c code.
 
Thanks for the info. If I wasn't over my BMI then i'd most definitely be getting coded. Thats what i'm not sure about because the determination will be made whether or not i'm fit or unfit. Does the commanders letter carry any significant weight?
 
yes, most definitely. My commanders letter had a lot of bearing in the case. I am not sure what yours may do, but my commander actually sat down with me and got a clear perspective of what my limitations were and how they effected my duties and what I was looking for out of the MEB/PEB.

As for the weight, not sure what they would say about that.
 
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