Hello all,
Going through a MEB with the Army. Got my Narsum the other day, and spoke with Jag today.
I have a total of 15 conditions:
but the main one is DDD/multi level degenerative arthritis, L1 compression fracture. = Found unfit
I have Radiculopathy listed for both legs, however they are listed as medically acceptable.
I plan to appeal stating that the radiculopathy should also be unfitting.
I had an EMG in my right leg that showed "mild" symptoms on right side of back and down right leg (foot).
I have one scheduled for my left leg on Wednesday.
My JAG said I should provide statements from myself and my chain explaining how the radiculopathy affects the performance of my duties.
My question (finally) Anyone have any experience on the do's and dont's for a statement like this? Does the statement need to be in an MFR format? Any other steps anyone can think of to help me make the case?
Lastly, My CDR's letter did not mention the issue, he would only put the condition that I was being referred for and I am worried that it is hurting this claim. I'm a recruiter and he is 4 hours away, we never spend time together so I do not think asking him for a statement is an option.
Thanks for your help,
SFC T
Going through a MEB with the Army. Got my Narsum the other day, and spoke with Jag today.
I have a total of 15 conditions:
but the main one is DDD/multi level degenerative arthritis, L1 compression fracture. = Found unfit
I have Radiculopathy listed for both legs, however they are listed as medically acceptable.
I plan to appeal stating that the radiculopathy should also be unfitting.
I had an EMG in my right leg that showed "mild" symptoms on right side of back and down right leg (foot).
I have one scheduled for my left leg on Wednesday.
My JAG said I should provide statements from myself and my chain explaining how the radiculopathy affects the performance of my duties.
My question (finally) Anyone have any experience on the do's and dont's for a statement like this? Does the statement need to be in an MFR format? Any other steps anyone can think of to help me make the case?
Lastly, My CDR's letter did not mention the issue, he would only put the condition that I was being referred for and I am worried that it is hurting this claim. I'm a recruiter and he is 4 hours away, we never spend time together so I do not think asking him for a statement is an option.
Thanks for your help,
SFC T