Army MEB for PTSD

SPC Sven Pacot — Tue, 21 Jan 2014 19:55:52 -0500

I have been informed that the Army automatically rates Veterans at 50% for PTSD after going through MEB. Does anyone have credible witness to this statement I have been given by an old battle going through this himself? My understanding has been that you would be rated from 0-100 based on severity.  The reason I ask is I am transiitioning from IRR to a reserve unit to go through MEB in August. I have a service dog I will receive and train with in June as well. Anyone have a credible idea what I may be rated at?<br>

Response by LT Jessica Kellogg made Jan 21 at 2014 8:16 PM

LT Jessica Kellogg — Tue, 21 Jan 2014 20:16:06 -0500

Check out http://www.pebforum.com/

It has some good guidance on figuring out the MEB process and ratings.

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Response by SGT William T. made Mar 25 at 2014 7:27 PM

SGT William T. — Tue, 25 Mar 2014 19:27:44 -0400

I was medically boarded at 40% total for PTSD, Back, TBI, Knee, Shoulder, etc... I would suggest you read all the information. I did not because I was focused more on my doctor appointments at the time

Response by SGT Shon D. Hill made May 20 at 2014 11:18 PM

SGT Shon D. Hill — Tue, 20 May 2014 23:18:00 -0400

I walked away from 14 years service, not wanting MEB in 2006, injured back and "Moderate to Severe PTSD diagnoses by VA (last cpl yrs service in Guard but active twice). I'm a medic savvy to Army medical processes, and knew DOD/Dept of Army was overwhelmed and 2 yrs on med hold! I just ETS'd and applied through VA for disability 5 yrs later when it all hit me! My knowledge is that for PTSD, it's 10, 30, 50, 70, or 100%. It's not unusual to be rated low at 30% for many, and usually if you worsen and it's documented they raise it if you appeal. Ive been at 70% for 2 yrs but I'm going back to work, hopefully soon! Be honest (mostly), try to be patient, research and take charge of your claim. If you need it, get it, and hope we can get out there soon and find our place in the world :). Hit me up if you have VA ?'s, I'm knowledgeable but moral about it. Good luck, tho you may be done by now lol!

Response by PO1 Patrick Aldridge made Jun 25 at 2014 1:06 PM

PO1 Patrick Aldridge — Wed, 25 Jun 2014 13:06:20 -0400

Well I do not know what to say, but this is a bit concerning..... what are your thoughts? :/

Found this on twitter.

#Military #army #Soldier whistle blows-poor #medical treatment,improper discharges 2 avoid MEB. #RT #retweet #news

https://freedommisinformation.blogspot.com/b/post-preview?token=dDOn0kYBAAA.9bzm2Wh4UpYp4UmaJZgI1A.VXBQd1WBecSCabHALJCXJQ&postId= [login to see] 8954854&type=POST … …

Response by PO1 Patrick Aldridge made Jun 25 at 2014 1:07 PM

PO1 Patrick Aldridge — Wed, 25 Jun 2014 13:07:33 -0400

Here is what I do know... I found this on twitter, you may desire to look into it, it is concerning as a Veteran to see how things are being handled. :/ I found this on Twitter.

#Military #army #Soldier whistle blows-poor #medical treatment,improper discharges 2 avoid MEB. #RT #retweet #news

https://freedommisinformation.blogspot.com/b/post-preview?token=dDOn0kYBAAA.9bzm2Wh4UpYp4UmaJZgI1A.VXBQd1WBecSCabHALJCXJQ&postId= [login to see] 8954854&type=POST … …

Response by SSG Michael Scott made Feb 9 at 2016 2:49 PM

SSG Michael Scott — Tue, 09 Feb 2016 14:49:44 -0500

Same here, hero. I am waiting for a MEB for PTSD, Depression, Bilateral Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, Right Shoulder Impingement, Sleep Apnea, Diabetes Type II. Do you think that is enough to get me out?