AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00342
Between 1998 and 2001 prior to his activation, his civilian physicians had treated his Anxiety Disorder with various medications. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: HQ AFRC/DPM recommends granting Item A by awarding the applicant 10 active duty pay and points for the 1-10 Feb 04 TDY to Lackland AFB, TX, because he should have been on active duty orders at that time. Based on the available documentation, the Consultant concludes the...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00352
The applicant’s response, with attachments, is at Exhibit F. _________________________________________________________________ ADDITIONAL AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPAO recommended the OPR remain in the applicant’s record. In a letter dated 18 January 2005[sic], counsel for the applicant requested the applicant’s case be reopened (Exhibit L). In reference to the number of days of supervision, the applicant claims that the rater of the contested report was TDY on numerous occasions.
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00360
He was told at the time of his reenlistment in 1985 that if he was not out of the weight program he could not reenlist. _________________________________________________________________ ADDITIONAL AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The Medical Consultant, AFBCMR, states the applicant’s records indicate he was overweight three years prior to his gall bladder surgery. Exhibit L. Letter, AFBCMR Medical Consultant, dated 4 Nov 05.
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00372
The separation medical examination completed at the time of his administrative discharge indicates he was examined by mental health providers and it was determined there was no mental condition that warranted disability evaluation or impaired his ability to know right from wrong and adhere to right. The fact that applicant has been granted service connected disability from the DVA does not entitle him to Air Force disability compensation. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00395A
The overall recommendation on her Promotion Recommendation Form (PRF) was “Promote.” On 14 Jul 05, the AFBCMR considered and denied the applicant’s request for voidance of her 4 Jun 04 OPR and consideration by an SSB for the CY04A selection board. For an accounting of the facts and circumstances surrounding the case and the rationale of the earlier decision by the Board, see the Record of Proceedings (ROP) at Exhibit F. The applicant has provided additional evidence showing she did...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00397
However, after the second heart attack with triple-bypass surgery in July 1998, the recurrence and hospitalization for sinusitis, and two major back surgeries with subsequent decline in health prior to his permanent retirement he feels his legal counsel did not take into consideration the combined disabilities. The remaining pertinent medical facts are contained in the evaluation prepared by the BCMR Medical Consultant at Exhibit C. APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: While he...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00405
He asserted that his weight on entry into the Air Force was "too much" (though he was 20 pounds below the maximum allowed weight), and that he "had a handle" on his weight until his mother's illness (while in fact he exceeded weight standards at least as early as 1990). A complete copy of the Medical Consultant’s evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: Applicant reviewed the advisory opinion...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00436
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2005-00436 INDEX CODE: 112.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: YES MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 9 AUG 06 _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His Reenlistment Eligibility (RE) code be changed. Individuals who develop Adjustment Disorder due to the stress of the routine rigors of military service with or without concomitant...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00440
She submitted an application to the Air Force Board for Correction of Military Records asking that these corrections be made to her OSB and she be granted SSB consideration. As this is the standard requirement for any board member, she asks the board to grant her another SSB where no promotion board member would have knowledge of matters outside her record. I have carefully reviewed the evidence of record and the recommendation of the Board members.
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00457
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2005-00457 INDEX NUMBER: 145.00 XXXXXXXXXXXXx COUNSEL: None XXXXXXX HEARING DESIRED: No MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 7 Aug 07 _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: Her entry level separation for “Erroneous Entry” be changed to “disabled.” _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00472
His records do not show, while in service, a combat-related event or events that were the direct cause of his disabilities. The disability occurred while serving as a combat navigator on AC-119 Gunships while in Vietnam. After a thorough review of the available evidence of record, it is our opinion that the service-connected medical condition the applicant believes is combat-related was not incurred as the direct result of armed conflict, while engaged in hazardous service, in...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00473
A psychiatric hospitalization narrative summary (for hospitalization from 11 December 1968 to 21 January 1969) indicates the applicant took an overdose of Dilantin after beating his wife. He drank heavily throughout his time in the service. The applicant provided a medical statement dated 30 August 2004 from his psychiatrist who indicates the applicant had been a patient of the mental health clinic since May 1989 with a diagnosis of schizoaffective disorder.
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00475
The applicant’s Report of Medical Examination, dated 29 September 1999, indicates at the time of the applicant’s enlistment, his blood pressure was normal. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The AFBCMR Medical Consultant recommended denial indicating the applicant manifested two chronic medical conditions within six weeks of entry onto active duty while in basic training: pompholyx/eczema of the feet and essential hypertension (high blood...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00482
(See DD Form 214, dated 31 Jan 05 at Exhibit B) He was honorably retired from active duty on 1 Feb 05 and was credited with 35 years, 1 month, and 7 days of active service for retirement. At the time of his retirement medical examination, applicant’s medical records reflect a chronic cough with mildly abnormal pulmonary function test, which was over 13 years after his deployment to Kuwait. We found no evidence the applicant was treated for respiratory complaints while deployed to Kuwait in...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00507
Applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A. However, we agree with the BCMR Medical Consultant’s opinions and recommendation and adopt the consultant’s rationale as the basis for our conclusion that the applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice. We further note the applicant’s reenlistment eligibility code “4C” is a waiverable code and if he wishes to reenter military service, the respective service may waive the RE code depending upon the...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00513
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2005-00513 INDEX CODE: 110.02 XXXXXXXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE XXXXXXXXXXXX HEARING DESIRED: YES MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 10 AUG 2006 _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His reenlistment eligibility (RE) code and narrative reason for separation be changed. On 13 August 2002, the applicant was notified by his commander that...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00515
The preponderance of evidence of evaluation and testing is consistent with the 10% rating. After a thorough review of the evidence of record and the applicant’s submission, we are not persuaded he should be granted a medical retirement. Exhibit C. Letter, AFBCMR Medical Consultant, dated 1 May 06.
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00536
After careful consideration of the applicant's submission along with the evidence of record, we see no evidence of an error or injustice that would warrant a change in her RE code. Therefore, we agree with the opinion and recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility and adopt its rationale as the basis for our conclusion that the applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00545
After the review the IPEB determined his PTSD rendered him unfit for further service and recommended he be placed on the Temporary Disability Retired List (TDRL) with a compensable percentage of 50 percent. The applicant did not concur with the findings and recommended disposition of the IPEB and requested a formal PEB (FPEB). The Medical Consultant states the preponderance of the record supports the PEB rating of 50 percent for his PTSD.
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00572
On 28 October 2003, the Credentials Function met and recommended the applicant’s privileges be restricted. AFPC/DPPPE complete copy of the evaluation is at Exhibit D. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The applicant reviewed the Air Force evaluation and stated she never received any letters of reprimand or counseling to justify the marks on that referral OPR. Applicant’s complete response is at Exhibit...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00623
In support of his request, applicant provided documentation extracted from his medical records. _________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: A Medical Evaluation Board (MEB) convened on 16 Jun 66 and referred the applicant to a Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) with a diagnosis of vascular headaches, severe, secondary to head trauma. After a thorough review of the evidence of record and the applicant's submission, we find no evidence of an error and...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00639
However, his name had already appeared on the Reserve Officer Personnel Management Act (ROPMA) Mandatory Promotion List prior to him meeting the time in grade (TIG) requirement for a Unit Vacancy (UV) promotion. In support of his appeal, the applicant has provided promotion orders to first lieutenant and captain, and the fiscal year 2004 (FY04) Reserve of the Air Force Line and Nonline Captain Promotion Selection Boards results. He was commissioned in the Louisiana ANG (LAANG) on 20 August...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00654
She also denied significant legal or financial problems, drug abuse, and occupational or school problems. However, after reviewing the applicant’s request and the evidence of record, we find the narrative reason for her separation, i.e., personality disorder, to be inaccurate. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT: The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to APPLICANT, be corrected to show that in...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00659
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2005-00659 INDEX CODE: 108.07 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 28 Aug 06 _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: 1. Additionally, injuries from falling are not eligible for compensation under CRSC guidance unless evidence clearly shows some combat related event caused the fall. The DPPD evaluation is...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00660
The applicant’s military records contain limited documentation and do not contain his discharge package or the associated mental health evaluation supporting his discharge. There is no documentation in the case file, or in the evidence submitted by the applicant to show what diagnosis formed the basis for his administrative discharge for unsuitability. The BCMR Medical Consultant’s evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00683
At the time of removal from the TDRL, the IPEB determined that the evidence of the medical evaluation warranted a rating less than 30 percent and, with his concurrence, the applicant was discharged with severance pay in accordance with law and DOD policy. A service medical record entry after the PEB recommending placement on the TDRL but before the effective date and separation from active duty dated 20 October 1994 indicates the applicant was doing well without symptoms while on...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00698
There is no evidence his hemorrhoid condition was directly caused by performance of his duties as a pilot. We agree with the opinion and recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility and adopt its rationale as the basis for our conclusion that the applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00707
His former spouse has been paying premiums for Air Force SBP since his retirement from civil service. In support of his appeal, the applicant has provided a copy of DD Form 2656-1, Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) Election Statement for Former Spouse Coverage, a notarized statement giving the Air Force permission to give information to his former spouse about AFBCMR results, their divorce decree and a copy of his marriage certificate to his current spouse. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00730
On 11 June 2004, the applicant received notification that she was being recommended for discharge for erroneous enlistment. Applicant’s letter, with attachments, is at Exhibit E. _________________________________________________________________ ADDITIONAL AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The BCMR Medical Consultant recommends the application be denied. The BCMR Medical Consultant evaluation is at Exhibit G. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00732
His CRSC application was disapproved on 19 Aug 04 based upon the fact that his service-connected medical conditions were determined not to be combat- related. DPPD provided a review of his relevant medical history and states no evidence can be found to indicate any of the claimed conditions were caused by a combat related injury or event. After a thorough review of the available evidence of record, it is our opinion that the service-connected medical conditions the applicant believes are...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00733
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2005-00733 INDEX CODE: 108.07 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 3 Sep 06 _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: Her service-connected medical condition, traumatic arthritis of right knee, be assessed as combat related in order to qualify for compensation under the Combat Related Special Compensation...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00763
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: His medical records indicate his injury was incurred while clipping hedges in September 1969. We agree with the opinions and recommendations of the Air Force offices of primary responsibility and adopt their rationale as the basis for our conclusion that the applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00768
AFBCMR BC-2005-00768 INDEX CODE: 108.00 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: SSAN: Having carefully reviewed this application, we agree with the recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility and adopt the rationale expressed as the basis for our decision that the applicant has been the victim of either an error or an injustice. Therefore, under the authority delegated in AFI 36-2603, the applicant's records will be corrected as set forth...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00769
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The BCMR Medical Consultant recommended denial and states the change in medical documentation that the applicant requests is not warranted by evidence of the record. BCMR Medical Consultant evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The applicant reviewed the Air Force evaluation and provided comments on the...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00772
He is entitled to retired pay, served over 20 years honorably, is retired, and has a war time disability rating. In the applicant’s case, he is not eligible for CRSC because he waived military retired pay for the purposes of a civil service retirement, and is not actually drawing retirement pay. The AF/JAA evaluation is at Exhibit E. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF ADDITIONAL AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The ruling on “receiving retirement...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00782
________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: Had he been selected for promotion to the grade of colonel by the original selection board, he would not have been eligible for the Selective Early Retirement Board (SERB), and would not have been forced to retired on 1 February 1993. Applicant’s complete response, with attachments, is at Exhibit K. ________________________________________________________________ ADDITIONAL AIR FORCE...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00817
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2005-00817 INDEX CODE: 107.00 XXXXXXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE XXXXXXXXXXX HEARING DESIRED: NO MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 23 MAR 2007 _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His records be corrected to show he was awarded the Air Force Longevity Service Award (AFLSA) and the Air Force Recognition Ribbon (AFRR). ...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00825
___________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The AFBCMR Medical Consultant states that the applicant was discharged for unsuitability, on 19 Sep 01, after 1 year, 4 months, and 5 days on active duty and now requests change of reenlistment code so that he may reenter military service contending his knee condition will not interfere with less strenuous military specialties, specifically combat arms training and maintenance and that his depression...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00837
A complete copy of the Air Force evaluation is at Exhibit D. ___________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: Applicant provided additional evidence as to why the character of his discharge should be upgraded. He volunteered to serve in Vietnam and served eight months in Vietnam before the first AWOL. It has been 24 years since he was discharged.
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00839
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2005-00839 INDEX CODE: 110.02 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 11 SEP 07 _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: Any and all documents referencing mental health disorders and “special action” be removed from his records. In support of his appeal, he provided a copy of his DD Form 214, Armed Forces of...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00848
The BCMR Medical Consultant advises that the Air Force CRSC Board concluded that the circumstances of the assault do not constitute combat, conditions simulating war, hazardous service or other qualifying circumstances for CRSC. The BCMR Medical Consultant’s evaluation is at Exhibit B. Letter, BCMR Medical Consultant, dated 8 May 06.
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00849
The MEB recommended the applicant be referred to an Informal Physical Evaluation Board (IPEB). Medical conditions developing after separation that are granted service connection under presumptions of Title 38 are also not a basis to retroactively grant military disability ratings or compensation. Review of service medicals finds no evidence the applicant had diabetes while in service and no evidence that diabetes was causing symptoms diagnosed as conversion reaction.
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00876
The AF Forms 356, Findings and Recommended Disposition of USAF Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) be corrected to reflect the same ailments. Her personnel record (SURF) lists her race as “Black/African American.” An AF Form 348, Line of Duty Determination, dated 16 January 2003, states the applicant was called to active duty and deployed to A1 Jaber Air Base, Kuwait and Bagram AAF, Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom from 2 April 2002 through 14 July 2002. AF Form 356,...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00877
The unfavorable personnel action (reassigning her to Bolling AFB for mental fitness, indefinite suspension of her security clearance, and removal from her Department of Defense (DOD) position) taken by the military used mental health evaluations after she made a protected disclosure. DTIC so advised the applicant on 4 Jan 01, and proposed to suspend her indefinitely from active duty and pay status from her position as a GS-12 Technical Information Specialist, pending the final disposition...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00883
Applicant’s complete submission, w/attachments, is at Exhibit A. Based on documentation provided by the applicant he did retire from the Air Force Reserve in part due to having a condition that made him physically disqualified for active duty. Applicant appealed the unfit decision to the Formal Physical Evaluation Board (FPEB) on 1 Apr 04.
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00924
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2005-00924 INDEX CODE: 108.07 COUNSEL: DVA HEARING DESIRED: NO MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 19 Sep 06 _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His service-connected medical conditions, cardiomyopathy and hypertension, be assessed as combat related in order to qualify for compensation under the Combat Related Special Compensation...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00936
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2005-00936 INDEX CODE: 108.07 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 20 Sep 06 _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His service-connected medical conditions, glaucoma and benign growth of the lung, be assessed as combat related in order to qualify for compensation under the Combat Related Special...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00956
The return trip to the United States was in February 2003 and was an 18- hour flight. In support of his appeal, the applicant has provided a personal statement and copies of medical records, letters of support from attending physicians and witnesses, his LOD and Physical Profile Report, the first and second Report of Investigation (ROI), military medical history documents, deployment reports and associated orders, and pertinent information derived from the Internet dealing with pulmonary...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00960
After basic training, the applicant selected the Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) Surgical Service Apprentice and was assigned to Sheppard AFB for Surgical Service Phase I training. On 8 Sep 04, the commander concurred, noting the applicant’s inconsistencies with respect to her fear of blood, lack of desire to become a surgical technologist, and stated goal to become a midwife. On 28 Jan 05, the discharge authority directed the applicant’s honorable discharge for Conditions that Interfere...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-00960-2
She was issued an RE code of 2C (involuntarily separated with an honorable discharge or an entry level separation), and an SPD code of JFX, which correlates to a narrative reason of discharge for Personality Disorder. On 21 Jun 06, the Board agreed with the AFBCMR Medical Consultant’s determination that the case should be denied because her Adjustment Disorder placed her and the Air Force at an unacceptable risk for a recurrence of her symptoms should she be exposed again to the stressful...