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Good afternoon, Here is my timeline for the IDES process with 2 referred conditions. I started almost exactly when everything shut down for COVID and it seemed for awhile my case was always at the bottom of the pile because I have seen dozens of servicemembers pass me both on here and at my...

All, I have received my proposed ratings from the VA. I was just wondering what the likelihood of them changing and/ or if anyone has experienced their proposed ratings being changed while the case is at PEB. Thank you.

Does anyone besides the PEBLO have access to see where a service member is in the IDES process? Eg. My packet was sent to DC over a month ago with no word and my PEBLO does not respond.

Good afternoon, My paperwork is gathered (appointments, NARSUM, etc.) and awaiting my signature. I was wondering about sending buddy letters to the PEB. I am sending a personal impact statement along with a letter from my wife. Because my counselor is not a doctor and cannot diagnose, can she...

All, Going through a MEDBOARD and am finally scheduled my first 2 exams, Mental Health and Audiology. Hoping for advice on what to expect. Thank you in advance.

All, I am being referred for one thing, MDD. Currently working with PEBLO and Pain Management (already had an appointment) to get an addendum done. My question is: for the NARSUM, can my psychiatrist narrate about both conditions or does the NARSUM have to go to my Pain Management doctor as...

I met with my PEBLO for the first time on Tuesday, 21 April. She mentioned doing an NMA with my command. The LIMDU coordinator for my command is teleworking because of COVID. My command also has over 1500 sailors and is a hotspot for LIMDU tours. I doubt he writes them himself so I'm assuming my...

All, I met with my PEBLO for the first time today and she mentioned a personal impact statement to go with the NMA. I plan on doing one because I am not very good with articulating my issues when I meet with my doctors, specifically mental health and pain management. Is this a good idea and...

All, I was referred to PEB today for MDD. This is all new to me. I will be looking around and reading advice on the forums. Is there anything I should be doing specifically or who I should contact? Thanks in advance for your help.

What are the positives and/ or negatives of self referring to the SARP for alcohol abuse to help cope with pain. I am already diagnosed with MDD due to chronic pain and on antidepressants as well as going to pain management. I’m just not looking for it to become a problem.

If Major Depressive Disorder is controlled by meds will a service member be found fit for duty? On the reverse, if found unfit can you get 30% or higher if it’s controlled?