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I went through the IDES MEB process and received 90% VA rating and 70% DoD. I was medically retired in early 2025. However, today I received the following email: "I am emailing you on behalf of the U.S. Army Physical Disability Agency (USAPDA), Temporary Disability Retired List (TDRL) Branch...

I was medically retired from the Army over a year ago, and I know I am part of the TDRL. I received an e-mail that states, "As a member of the Army's Temporary Disability Retired List (TDRL), IAW AR 634-40, paragraph 4-33, sub-par (c)1, you are required to undergo periodic re-examination(s) as...

I finally reached my retirement date today. Background: I was medically retired from the Army (90% VA, 70% DoD). I only did 2 years of service. I went through the IDES MEB process. Now that I am retired, I have a few questions: 1. How long does it take for the VA.gov portal to update your...

I finally reached my retirement date today. Background: I was medically retired from the Army (90% VA, 70% DoD). I only did 2 years of service. I went through the IDES MEB process. Now that I am retired, I have a few questions: 1. How long does it take for the VA.gov portal to update your...

Alright final step. On March 3rd, 2025 I signed my final documentation for my MEB and received an E-mail from my PEBLO stating my MEB was complete and the rest of the process will be handled by me and my company. Cool... How can I speed up this out-processing? I did TAPS already. I have my CIF...

When I got recommended for a MEB my life course completely changed. It felt surreal, overwhelming, confusing, and scary all at the same time. I didn't even know where to start. A person on Reddit sent me a link to this site, and I was skeptical. However, I started diving in and reading about all...

So, I just received my proposed ratings. I really am not doing well mentally being in the Army, and part of me says sign it, screw it, move on with life. But, the reality is, I believe my rating should be higher. For this reason, I am considering a VARR. I have a few questions for anyone that...

Hello everyone, today I logged into VA.gov and my case is showing closed. It does state they sent a letter out, but unfortunately, I am not able to see the letter online yet. I e-mailed my Attorney and PEBLO to let them know. Question: Realistically, how much time left do I have assuming I...

Hi everyone, I am being med-boarded, and just waiting on ratings at this point. I am expecting somewhere between 70-100%. Are you allowed to file for state disability income in addition to the VA disability? If so, is there anything specific to know or that you wish you knew? State: Arizona...

Status: Active Duty Med Board: Approved Current Step: Assigned VA Rater - waiting on proposed ratings to come back Hi everyone, I am going through the Med Board (IDES) process. I'm just waiting for my proposed ratings to come back from the VA. I called the VA, and they said my case has already...

Hi everyone, I am going through a med board (OCONUS). I completed all of my exams and received my NARSUM. The attorney and I reviewed the NARSUM, which was unfit for duty. I signed and returned the page stating that I concur with the findings. Now is where I am a bit confused so please...