Which is better to use for a re-enlistment waiver, a military doctor or a civilian doctor?

2021-05-30T17:58:09-04:00

My recruiter said it doesn't make a difference whether im cleared by a military doctor or civilian doctor to Re enlist with a re code 3 for BH. After searching alot on the forums it seems the opinion of a military doctor carries alot more weight when it comes to clearing me ? am i correct in this assumption ? I still have contact information for the therapist i saw at my last duty station. i have 3 different recruiters willing to put in for the waiver but i know my chances are practically none. Thank You.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made May 30 at 2021 7:49 PM

2021-05-30T19:49:43-04:00

Even if you get a civilian sign off, chances are you won’t get the waiver. Behavioral health cases are rarely overlooked due to the chance or relapse.

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made May 30 at 2021 8:31 PM

2021-05-30T20:31:03-04:00

MEPS referred doctors are the only ones that really in terms of things I believe

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made May 30 at 2021 10:45 PM

2021-05-30T22:45:49-04:00

Honestly, I would consider a new career choice. Behavioral Health is a serious consideration and I would be very surprised if the Army signs off on allowing you to return to high stress, potentially triggering environment.

Having said that, I would submit documents from all and any who have been involved in your treatment for this issue. Both civilian and military.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made May 31 at 2021 1:28 AM

2021-05-31T01:28:11-04:00

Your recruiter can submit paperwork from either a military or a civilian therapist but the MEPS doc will recommend approval or disapproval when the packet goes forward for the waiver. I wouldn’t get my hopes up for an approval for a behavioral health waiver. I can’t imagine a MEPS doctor recommending the approval of that waiver, and even though MEPS doesn’t have the final say, their recommendations carry a lot of weight.

Good luck.

Response by CSM Darieus ZaGara made May 31 at 2021 7:43 AM

2021-05-31T07:43:07-04:00

Not sure how you would get an appointment with a military doctor. In any case it is unlikely it would be approved. If the military is your dream then take this opportunity to see what happens. Keep your eye on other opportunities.