ADDENDUM
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2004-00251-2
INDEX CODE: 100.03
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
Her narrative reason for separation be changed to completion of term
of service.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force as an airman basic on
22 Jan 97, for a term of 4 years. On 9 May 01, the applicant was
notified by her commander that he was recommending she be discharged
from the Air Force due to a condition that interferes with military
service, specifically a mental disorder. The reason for this action
was that she was diagnosed with a mental disorder determined to be so
severe that it significantly impaired her ability to function
effectively in the military environment. She was advised of her
rights in this matter and after consulting with counsel declined to
submit a statement in her own behalf.
On 17 Jul 01, she was administratively discharged under the provisions
of AFI 36-3208, Administrative Separation of Airmen, (personality
disorder), with an honorable discharge and was issued a RE code of 2C
“Involuntarily separated with an honorable discharge; or entry level
separation without characterization of service.” She served 4 years,
5 months and 25 days total active service.
On 10 Aug 04, the applicant's request to change her reenlistment
eligibility (RE) code and narrative reason for discharge was
considered and denied by the Board. For an accounting of the facts
and circumstances surrounding the applicant’s request, and, the
rationale of the earlier decision by the Board, see the Record of
Proceedings at Exhibit F.
On 4 Jan 06, the applicant submitted additional supporting
documentation. She provided a copy of her Compensation and Pension
Examination from a Veterans Administration physician who states after
examination of the applicant he did not find any evidence of a mental
disorder. She was granted a 30 percent compensable disability rating
by the Department of Veterans Affairs.
The applicant's complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit
G.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
The BCMR Medical Consultant recommends denial. The BCMR Medical
Consultant states the Board may reconsider an application if the
applicant submits newly discovered relevant evidence that was not
available when the application was previously considered. The
preponderance of evidence of the record shows that the applicant’s
conditions were appropriately evaluated. The information submitted
for reconsideration offers a conflicting opinion, but does not
adequately disprove her diagnosis of personality disorder made on
three separate occasions while on active duty. Conclusions and
recommendations remain the same as the previous medical advisory dated
14 Jun 04. Action and disposition in this case are proper and
equitable reflecting compliance with Air Force directives that
implement the law and no change in the record is warranted.
The Medical Consultant’s evaluation is at Exhibit H.
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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant on
14 Aug 07, for review and comment within 30 days. As of this date,
this office has received no response.
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THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT:
After again reviewing this application and the additional evidence
provided in support of her appeal, we are not persuaded the requested
relief should be granted. We took notice of the applicant's complete
submission in judging the merits of the case; however, we agree with
the opinions 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.
Accordingly, the applicant’s request 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-2004-
00251 in Executive Session on 12 December 2007, under the provisions
of AFI 36-2603:
Mr. Wayne R. Gracie, Panel Chair
Ms. Chris Puckett, Member
Ms. Janet I. Hassan, Member
The following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit F. Record of Proceedings, dated 27 Aug 2004,
with Exhibits A through E.
Exhibit G. DD Form 149, dated 4 Jan 06, w/atchs.
Exhibit H. Letter, BCMR Medical Consultant, dated 25 Jul 07.
Exhibit I. Letter, AFBCMR, dated 14 Aug 07, w/atch.
WAYNE R. GRACIE
Panel Chair
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