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I am new to the forum. Sorry if my post goes back and fourth between topics. There seems to be a lot of knowledge here and I hope I can get some direction/answers. Thanks to all of you who read and advise me. I am currently a member of the NG (17 Years) and have been referred to the MEB. I...

We need some urgent guidance. We are close to losing the roof over our head and unable to pay substantial medical bills...we are just being thrown under a bridge by our state National Guard. Just had INCAP package denied today and medcon package is being sat on. Where do I start? Let's start...

I received this email today from my medical station that is processing my LOD appeal. This does not seem to be legitimate as I have NEVER heard of active duty medical record being considered "administrative LOD". It seems like they are trying to bypass me from going through an MEB and trying to...

I have been denied an LOD with the remarks of "Existed prior to Service - LOD N/A." However the DOD Instruction 1332.18 Prior service impairment covers this portion of my claim due to me being a prior service member. I have an extensive medical record during my active duty term where I...

Hi all, I have searched tirelessly and cannot find an answer to my questions. A little background first. So, I am a junior officer (fully qualified), I obtained an injury to my wrist outside of duty (drilling status or AT) that has required 3 surgeries, permanent lack of mobility, and sever...

Hi all, I have searched tirelessly and cannot find an answer to my questions. A little background first. So, I am a junior officer (fully qualified), I obtained an injury to my wrist outside of duty (drilling status or AT) that has required 3 surgeries, permanent lack of mobility, and sever...

All: One of the reporters/producers of the recent NBC Bay Area story on the fiasco that is the processing of Army National Guard LOD determinations has asked me to further link/publicize the story. I am linking the story here...

Thanks to all who have interest in this issue nationally or as it relates to the situation in California. The previous story is important and has raised many issues of concern. My hope is that this story will continue to resonate and will gain steam. That said, I have been contacted by the local...

I am creating this thread to consolidate and capture the discussion about the NBC story on this issue. I do not mean to limit or otherwise impede the previous discussion that has already occurred on this topic...

I'm not even sure how to make this long story short or how to ask without rambling so forgive me if this starts to jump around. Here is a little background info Active 11+ years, reserves about 7, 30% with VA but I would like to appeal. Primary conditions are Fibro, anxiety, depression, sleep...