RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-01019
INDEX CODE: 110.02
COUNSEL: NOT INDICATED
HEARING DESIRED: YES
MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 4 OCT 2008
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
Her reenlistment eligibility (RE) code be changed to allow reentry
into the military.
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
The current RE code prevents her from joining all branches of service.
The condition which caused her discharge no longer exists.
Applicant’s complete submission is at Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force as an airman basic on
4 Jun 97. On 12 Feb 03, a Medical Evaluation Board (MEB) referred her
to an Informal Physical Disability Board (IPEB), based on the
diagnosis of Axis I Major Depressive Disorder, without psychosis;
eating disorder not otherwise specified; undifferentiated somatoform
disorder; recurrent dizzy spells; and occupation problems. The IPEB
found her condition existed prior to service (EPTS), that her
condition was not permanently aggravated through military service, and
recommended her discharge. She agreed with findings and
recommendations of the IPEB and waived her right to a formal PEB
hearing.
On 3 Mar 03, the Secretary of the Air Force Personnel Council directed
she be separated from the Air Force for physical disability, EPTS. On
9 May 03, she was honorably discharged with, under the provisions of
AFI 36-3212, Physical Evaluation for Retention, Retirement, and
Separation, (Disability Existed Prior to Service – Physical Evaluation
Board). She received an RE code of 2Q “Personnel Medically Retired or
Discharged”. She served 5 years, 11 months and 6 days total active
service.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
The BCMR Medical Consultant recommends denial. The Medical Consultant
states in part, that depression is frequently exacerbated by the
stresses attendant to military service, which may exacerbate
depression, eating disorders and syncope, rendering the individual
unsuitable for further military service. Her past experience with
military service is predictive of an unacceptable risk for recurrence
of a major depressive disorder if re-exposed to the rigors of military
service. Although it appears that her condition has not resurfaced
recently, she presents no evidence, other than her personal statement
that her condition no longer exists. The preponderance of the
evidence of record shows that the applicant’s condition was properly
adjudicated. Action and disposition in this case are proper and
equitable reflecting compliance with Air Force directives that
implement the law.
The BCMR Medical Consultant’s evaluation is at Exhibit C.
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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant on
19 Sep 07, for review and comment within 30 days. As of this date, no
response has been received by this office.
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THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT:
1. The applicant has exhausted all remedies provided by existing law
or regulations.
2. The application was not timely filed; however, it is in the
interest of justice to excuse the failure to timely file.
3. Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate
the existence of an error or injustice to warrant changing the
applicant’s reenlistment eligibility (RE) code. We took notice of the
applicant’s complete submission in judging the merits of the case,
however; we agree with the opinion and recommendation of the BCMR
Medical Consultant and adopt his rationale as the basis for our
conclusion that the applicant has not been the victim of an error or
injustice. Therefore, in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we
find no compelling basis to recommend granting the relief sought in
this application.
4. The applicant's case is adequately documented and it has not been
shown that a personal appearance with or without counsel will
materially add to our understanding of the issue(s) involved.
Therefore, the request for a hearing is not favorably considered.
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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:
The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not
demonstrate the existence of material error or injustice; that the
application was denied without a personal appearance; and
that the application will only be reconsidered upon the submission of
newly discovered relevant evidence not considered with this
application.
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The following members of the Board considered Docket Number BC-2007-
01019 in Executive Session on 25 October 2007, under the provisions of
AFI 36-2603:
Ms. Kathleen F. Graham, Panel Chair
Mr. Wallace F. Beard Jr, Member
Ms. Karen A. Holloman, Member
The following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 27 Mar 07.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Letter, BCMR Medical Consultant, dated 14 Sep 07.
Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 19 Sep 07.
KATHLEEN F. GRAHAM
Penal Chair
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