Anyone have Fibromyalgia and going through med board process?

2016-04-08T05:02:55-04:00

I am diagnosed half way through my MED board process and am trying to have it added to my 199 and VA ratings. I just got both forms back today but does anyone know how I should proceed. My lawyer only wants a written statement but I feel I need to do more then that to have it added as an unfitting condition (I feel it is). Any advice will be greatly appreciated.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 8 at 2016 6:42 AM

2016-04-08T06:42:47-04:00

AR 635-40, Physical Evaluation for Retention, Retirement, or Separation, Should cover the procedures necessary to adding the conditions. I will try to find more specific guidance, but that is a starting point for you to find it on your own.

Response by SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL made Apr 8 at 2016 7:14 AM

2016-04-08T07:14:31-04:00

Inbox me!

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 8 at 2016 3:41 PM

2016-04-08T15:41:35-04:00

You are receiving an MEB for fibromyalgia?

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 8 at 2016 4:08 PM

2016-04-08T16:08:21-04:00

Having an unfitting condition and being unfit due to a condition are different things. Just because you have been diagnosed with a syndrome, does not mean you need an MEB. I have guys in my unit with missing limbs who refused MEBs or did not seek them.

Response by SGT Kristin Wiley made Apr 8 at 2016 7:27 PM

2016-04-08T19:27:34-04:00

I'm not doing a MEB, contrary to popular belief. The doctor who evaluated for my VA claim did the evaluation for Fibromyalgia. I already have a Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Diagnosis that provides evidence for some of the symptoms, but the widespread pain is new. I'll likely file for an increase, once I get a better understanding of my symptoms. If you have a prior diagnosis that shows evidence that would help, but you likely won't be able to file for both conditions unless there's an obvious distinction between the set of symptoms.

I've heard of many people who have had to paid out of pocket to see specialists to right a statement on the condition. This might be something that will help your claim. A written statement with only your perspective doesn't hold much weight. If you have family members, friends, individuals in your unit who can attest to your condition that would probably help.

I'm not the best resource for the process, but if you ever want to talk about what's going on, feel free to send me a message.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 28 at 2017 2:33 PM

2017-03-28T14:33:18-04:00

I was just diagnosed with Fibromyalgia...general feeling: Lost in the Souse.
What kind of rating (%) did you get for Fibromyalgia ?

I hope you manage to deal with the pain :}

Response by 1LT Daisy May made May 9 at 2019 8:29 PM

2019-05-09T20:29:05-04:00

I am wondering what the rating is for fibromyalgia, I just got diagnosed and at 30per cent for PTSD/MST

Response by SSG Shavonde Chase made Mar 22 at 2021 2:41 AM

2021-03-22T02:41:08-04:00

I had the exact scenario happen to me. Once I received my packet after my exams, either my Peblo or legal write a request for an Impartial Medical Review (IMR). You shouldn’t need anything else if it is in your medical records.

Response by SSG Shavonde Chase made Mar 22 at 2021 2:53 AM

2021-03-22T02:53:31-04:00

The same thing happened to me.

Either my Peblo or legal write a request for an Impartial Medical Review (IMR) that I signed.

You shouldn’t need anything else if it is in your medical records.

Make sure you utilize your PEBLO and asks these questions.