I am brand new to this so I apologize if this is repetitive. I have looked through quite a few posts and not found answers. I was discharged from the Army in 2004. I received a medical retirement but the MEB has it listed as major depressive disorder. In 2006 I was diagnosed with PTSD with 2 different civilian providers. In 2007 I was diagnosed with PTSD by the VA and my disability was increased from 30% to 80% with unemployability, but they left the VA code as major depressive disorder with anxiety. All my VA codes are however listed as service connected combat related and I have a report from my extensive PTSD evaluation. I applied for CRSC and was denied based on my Army PEB being listed as major depressive disorder. When I called to ask for advice I was told that my best bet may be to apply to the Army board for correction of military records. When I filled out the questionnaire I was directed to the PDBR. I sent an email to be sure this would be the correct department and was told to submit a DD Form 294. However, everything I have come across since says that I am not eligible to apply to the PDBR because I was discharged with a rating of more than 20%. I am trying to get the reason for my medical board changed from depression to PTSD. My questions are:
Am I eligible to file with the PDBR or did that person not read the information in my email ie: discharged more than 15 years ago and received more than 20%?
Also, is there a time limit for me to appeal to CRSC? Do I need to wait for a change in my Army record or should I just send in the appeal with some trivial documentation to keep the inquiry active? I hate to waste anyones time.
Do I have any chance at getting any of this accomplished? PDBR or CRSC?
Any opinions and advice is greatly appreciated.
Am I eligible to file with the PDBR or did that person not read the information in my email ie: discharged more than 15 years ago and received more than 20%?
Also, is there a time limit for me to appeal to CRSC? Do I need to wait for a change in my Army record or should I just send in the appeal with some trivial documentation to keep the inquiry active? I hate to waste anyones time.
Do I have any chance at getting any of this accomplished? PDBR or CRSC?
Any opinions and advice is greatly appreciated.