RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS


IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2013-03779
		
		COUNSEL:  NONE

		HEARING DESIRED:  YES


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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His Reentry code (RE) of 2Q (Personnel medically retired or 
discharged) be changed to an RE code in the 1 series to allow 
immediate reenlistment.

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

His is physically and medically capable to perform military 
duties. 

The applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at 
Exhibit A.

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

During the applicant’s military entrance processing (MEPS), he 
revealed that he underwent left knee arthroscopy in 2008.

According to _medical evaluation from the applicant’s physician, 
he ___ injured his right knee in June 2011 prior to entering 
basic military training (BMT).

On 12 July 2011, the applicant commenced his enlistment in the 
Regular Air Force.

During the first week of basic military training (BMT), the 
applicant presented with pain in the right knee while walking, 
marching, and carrying a duffel bag.  He was diagnosed with 
patellofemoral syndrome (knee pain); however, he underwent a 
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scan which revealed a complete 
tear of the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL).

On 29 September 2011, the applicant underwent a Medical 
Evaluation Board (MEB) and received a diagnosis of a complete 
tear of the right PCL that existed prior to service (EPTS) and 
was referred to the Informal Physical Evaluation Board (IPEB).

On 19 October 2011, the IPEB reviewed the applicant’s case and 
recommended discharge under other than Chapter 61, 10 USC 
because his condition existed prior to service (EPTS).  On 
21 October 2011, the applicant concurred with the findings and 
recommendations of the IPEB. 

On 24 October 2011, the Secretary of the Air Force directed the 
applicant be separated due to an EPTS medical condition.

On 28 October 2011, the applicant was honorably discharged with 
a narrative reason for separation of “Disability, Existed Prior 
to Service PEB,” along with a reentry code of 2Q (Personnel 
medically retired or discharged).

On 15 December 2011, the applicant underwent surgery to repair 
his right knee PCL tear.  On 8 May 2013, the applicant’s surgeon 
cleared him to return to full military duty without 
restrictions.

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

AETC/SGPS recommends approval noting the applicant’s separation 
was carried out in accordance with established policy and 
administrative procedures.  However, should the medical 
condition be surgically corrected and the applicant undergo 
proper rehabilitation and physical therapy, he may meet current 
enlistment standards and SGPS would support changing the RE 
code. 

A complete copy of the AETC/SGPS evaluation is at Exhibit C.

AFPC/DPSOA recommends denial indicating there is no evidence of 
an error or injustice.  The applicant received the required RE 
code for an individual separated with a disability discharge.

A complete copy of the AFPC/DPSOA evaluation is at Exhibit D.

The AFBCMR Medical consultant recommends approval noting the 
applicant now meets the medical standard to apply for 
reenlistment.  Under the provisions of the Department of Defense 
Instruction (DODI) 6130.03, Medical Standards for Appointment, 
Enlistment, or Induction, Enlistment, or Induction in the 
Military Services, a service member who has undergone surgical 
reconstruction of the knee ligament, 12 months have elapsed 
since reconstruction, and the knee is asymptomatic and stable, 
meets the standards for enlistment.  The applicant has undergone 
surgery to repair of his PCL tear and his surgeon has cleared 
him for military service without restrictions.   


A complete copy of the AFBCMR Medical Consultant’s evaluation is 
at Exhibit E.

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

Copies of the Air Force evaluations were forwarded to the 
applicant on 2 May 2014 for review and comment within 30 days 
(Exhibit F).  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 timely filed.

3.  Sufficient relevant evidence has been presented to 
demonstrate the existence of an injustice.  After reviewing the 
evidence of record, we find the applicant has provided 
sufficient documentation showing that while his discharge for 
his pre-service medical condition was carried out in accordance 
with the provisions of the governing instructions, he has since 
had surgery to rectify his medical condition and, according to 
the AFBCMR Medical Consultant and AETC/SGPS, appears to meet 
medical standards for enlistment.  Therefore, we believe it 
appropriate to change his RE code to allow him to apply for 
reentry to military service.  Whether or not he is successful 
will depend on the needs of the service and our recommendation 
in no way guarantees that he will be allowed to return to any 
branch of service.  Therefore, we recommend that his records be 
corrected to the extent indicated below.

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 RECOMMENDS THAT:

The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air 
Force relating to the APPLICANT be corrected to show that he was 
issued a reentry (RE) code of “3K” (Secretarial Authority) in 
conjunction with his discharge on 28 October 2011.

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The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket 
Number BC-2013-03779 in Executive Session on 1 July 2014, under 
the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

	, Panel Chair
	, Member
	, Member

All members voted to correct the records as recommended.  The 
following documentary evidence was considered:

	Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 5 Oct 13, w/atchs.
	Exhibit B.  Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
	Exhibit C.  Letter, AETC/SGPS, dated 9 Sep 13.
	Exhibit D.  Letter, AFPC/DPSOA, dated 9 Oct 13.
	Exhibit E.  Letter, AFBCMR Medical Consultant, dated
	            13 Mar 14.
	Exhibit F.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 2 May 14.




                                   Panel Chair
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DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE 
WASHINGTON DC


Office of the Assistant Secretary


AFBCMR BC-2013-03779



MEMORANDUM FOR THE CHIEF OF STAFF

	Having received and considered the recommendation of the Air Force Board for 
Correction of Military Records and under the authority of Section 1552, Title 10, United States 
Code, it is directed that:

	The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to      , be 
corrected to show that he was issued a reentry (RE) code of “3K” (Secretarial Authority) in 
conjunction with his 28 October 2011 discharge.




						   Director
						   Air Force Review Boards Agency




















DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE 
WASHINGTON DC