RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2012-05118
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
_________________________________________________________________
APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
Her records be corrected to show that she was not placed on
medical hold, but instead continued on active duty for medical
continuation (MEDCON), for the period of 6 Mar 11 to 31 Dec 12.
_________________________________________________________________
APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
She has not been able to accumulate retirement points and pay
due to the medical hold, which precludes her from performing her
reserve military duties.
The applicants complete submission, with attachments, is at
Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicant currently serves in the Air Force Reserve in the
grade of master sergeant (E-7).
On 6 Mar 11, the applicant was provided an AF Form 469, Duty
Limiting Condition Report, indicating she was restricted from
participating in running, timed walks, push-ups, sit-ups, or
vigorous activities. It also indicated the applicant is
undergoing a Medical Evaluation Board (MEB) and cannot
permanently change stations (PCS), deploy, or be mobilized until
disposition is made.
According to information extracted from the Military Personnel
Data System (MilPDS), the applicant has attained more than
24 years of satisfactory reserve service and is eligible for a
reserve retirement.
The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application are
contained in the letters prepared by the appropriate offices of
the Air Force, which are at Exhibits C and D.
_________________________________________________________________
AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
AFRC/SG recommends denial, indicating there is no evidence of a
connection between the applicants implanted ICD and any period
of duty. A Line of Duty (LOD) was not requested and does not
appear to be necessary. The medical documentation provided by
the applicant indicates she had a defibrillator implanted for
cardiomyopathy that developed after her chemotherapy for Non-
Hodgkins Lymphoma that was diagnosed in 1998. The physician
indicates that her cardiac condition could have predated her
treatment for Hodgkins and may be service connected; however,
no service connection for the condition has been made.
In 2000, the applicant was found fit for duty through a fitness
for duty evaluation and returned to duty on an assignment
limitation code. She has had case renewals since then in 2003,
2007, and 2010. Her most current renewal expired on 31 Mar 13.
The applicant has continued to participate as a traditional
reservist and has even been granted waivers to perform an annual
tour outside the Continental United States (OCONUS), despite the
limitations of her non-duty related conditions.
A complete copy of the AFRC/SG evaluation is at Exhibit C.
AFPC/DPFA recommends denial, indicating that a review of the
Command Man-Day Allocation System (CMAS) does not show a request
for MEDCON or any Title 10 orders prior to or during the
timeframe in question. The Automated Line of Duty (ALOD) system
does not indicate a LOD was ever initiated; however, the
applicant does have a Duty Limiting Condition (DLC) report,
dated 6 Mar 11, that identifies her as a code 37, which
indicates the applicant is unable to participate for pay and
points. Having a DLC does not, in of itself, qualify for an LOD
or eligibility for MEDCON.
A complete copy of the AFPC/DPFA evaluation is at Exhibit D.
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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
Copies of the Air Force evaluations were forwarded to the
applicant on 5 Jul 13 for review and comment within 30 days. As
of this date, no response has been received by this office
(Exhibit E).
__________________________________________________________________
THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT:
1. The applicant has exhausted all remedies provided by
existing law or regulations.
2. The application was timely filed.
3. Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to
demonstrate the existence of an error or injustice. We took
notice of the applicants complete submission in judging the
merits of the case; however, we agree with the opinions and
recommendations of the Air Force offices of primary
responsibility (OPR) and adopt their rationale as the basis for
our conclusion the applicant has not been the victim of an error
or injustice. The evidence presented does not indicate that the
applicants ailments were incurred in the line of duty (LOD);
therefore, her non-duty related conditions would not form the
basis for an entitlement to medical continuation (MEDCON) or
other disability benefits. Therefore, in the absence of
evidence to the contrary, we find no basis to recommend granting
the relief sought in this application.
_________________________________________________________________
THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:
The applicant be notified the evidence presented did not
demonstrate the existence of material error or injustice; the
application was denied without a personal appearance; and the
application will only be reconsidered upon the submission of
newly discovered relevant evidence not considered with this
application.
_________________________________________________________________
The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket
Number BC-2012-05118 in Executive Session on 20 Aug 13, under
the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
, Panel Chair
, Member
, Member
The following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 25 Oct 12, w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 21 Jun 13.
Exhibit D. Letter, AFPC/DPFA, dated 27 Jun 13.
Exhibit E. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 5 Jul 13.
Panel Chair
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