What are my chances of re-enlisting in the NAVY with an RE-8 code?

2018-01-15T10:06:41-05:00

I was recently medically discharged from Navy basic training with an RE-8 code for having knee pain in basic training when running. Basically I want to know how the re-enlistment process works, my chances of getting back in, basically just redpill me on this. I really enjoyed my time there, and was looking forward to my navy career. I was supposed to be an AECF... :(

Response by SP5 Lori Pong made Jan 15 at 2018 10:25 AM

2018-01-15T10:25:41-05:00

It depends on whether or not the condition behind the medical discharge was considered a permanent one. My Nephew received a medical from the Marines after he broke his leg during boot camp. He too was looking forward to a career with the military. He was told that as long as he waited a year and was medically cleared he could reenlist.

Response by LTC Charles T Dalbec made Oct 17 at 2019 10:30 AM

2019-10-17T10:30:20-04:00

John. google question takes you to

SecNav.Mil says
RE-8: Temporary medical conditions or unsatisfactory initial performance and conduct (available to recruits assigned to Recruit Training command for initial training only).

Contact Navy Recruiter for Assistance....

Response by CPO Robert Foster made May 10 at 2020 8:52 PM

2020-05-10T20:52:29-04:00

Get the medical issue with your knee(s) resolves by your civilian doctor and then you can attempt to enlist. Depending on diagnosis and treatment, you may be able to get in.