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AF | BCMR | CY2013 | BC 2013 05615
Original file (BC 2013 05615.txt) Auto-classification: Denied
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS


IN THE MATTER OF: 	DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2013-05615

					COUNSEL:  NONE

		HEARING DESIRED:  NO 



APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

1.  His reentry code (RE) of 2Q (medically retired or 
discharged) be changed to allow him to join another service.

2.  Item 2, Department, Component and Branch, on his DD Form 
214, Certificate of Release from Active Duty, be corrected to 
reflect “AIR FORCE—REGAF,” instead of “AIR FORCE—USAFR.”  
(administratively resolved). 


APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

He was discharged from the Air Force due to a medical condition 
beyond his control.  With this medical condition, he served four 
years, maintained his job performance, and was a good airman and 
he would like to join another service. 

He was informed that his reentry code would reflect a code that 
would allow him to join another branch of service.   

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


STATEMENT OF FACTS:

The applicant initially entered the Regular Air Force on 
27 Dec 05.

On 28 Oct 13, the applicant was honorably discharged, was issued 
a narrative reason for separation of Disability, Severance Pay, 
Non Combat (Enhanced) and an RE code of 2Q, and was credited 
with seven years, ten months, and two days of active service.  

The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application are 
contained in the memoranda prepared by the Air Force offices of 
primary responsibility (OPR), which are attached at Exhibits C 
and D.    


AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

AFPC/DPFD recommends denial of the applicant’s request to change 
his 2Q RE code indicating there is no evidence of an error or an 
injustice during the disability process.  The Informal Physical 
Evaluation Board (IPEB) reviewed the applicant’s medical board 
for diagnoses of pulmonary embolism, no residuals and ulcerative 
colitis and recommended discharge with severance pay (DWSP) with 
a disability rating of zero percent.  The applicant then 
requested a formal hearing with the Formal Physical Evaluation 
Board (FPEB) and it was determined that just the ulcerative 
colitis was unfitting with a disability rating of zero percent 
and recommended DWSP.  The FPEB determined the pulmonary 
embolism could be unfitting but was not currently ratable.  The 
applicant requested a final review from the Secretary of the Air 
Force Personnel Council (SAFPC) and, on 2 April 2013, SAFPC 
concurred with the determination of the FPEB and directed the 
applicant be DWSP with a zero percent disability rating for 
ulcerative colitis.  

A complete copy of the AFPC/DPFD evaluation is at Exhibit C.

AFPC/DPSOR indicates that item 2 of the applicant’s DD Form 214 
should be administratively corrected to reflect “AIR FORCE—
REGAF,” instead of “AIR FORCE—USAFR.”  The correction will be 
made administratively once the Board makes a determination on 
the applicant’s remaining request.

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


APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

Copies of the Air Force evaluations were forwarded to the 
applicant on 25 Jul 14 for review and comment within 30 days 
(Exhibit E).  As of this date, no response has been received by 
this office.


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 warranting 
correction of the applicant’s records to reflect the change of 
his 2Q RE code to allow entry into another service component.  
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 AFPC/DPFD and adopt its rationale as the basis 
for our conclusion the applicant has not been the victim of an 
error or injustice.  We note the Air Force OPR has determined 
the applicant’s DD Form 214, Certificate of Release from Active 
Duty, be corrected to reflect “AIR FORCE—REGAF,” instead of “AIR 
FORCE—USAFR” and will correct his records administratively.  
Therefore, in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we find 
no basis to recommend granting relief beyond that rendered 
administratively.


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-2013-05615 in Executive Session on 18 Dec 14, under 
the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

	

The following documentary evidence was considered:

	Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 22 Jan 14, w/atchs.
	Exhibit B.  Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
	Exhibit C.  Memorandum, AFPC/DPFD, dated 6 Feb 14.
	Exhibit D.  Memorandum, AFPC/DPSOR, dated 5 Mar 14.
     Exhibit E.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 28 Jul 14.

						

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