ADDENDUM
                       RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
         AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2004-00251-2
		INDEX CODE:  100.03
		COUNSEL:  NONE

		HEARING DESIRED:  NO

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

Her narrative reason for separation be changed to completion of term of service.

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

The applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force as an airman basic on 22 Jan 97, for a term of 4 years.  On 9 May 01, the applicant was notified by her commander that he was recommending she be discharged from the Air Force due to a condition that interferes with military service, specifically a mental disorder.  The reason for this action was that she was diagnosed with a mental disorder determined to be so severe that it significantly impaired her ability to function effectively in the military environment.  She was advised of her rights in this matter and after consulting with counsel declined to submit a statement in her own behalf.  

On 17 Jul 01, she was administratively discharged under the provisions of AFI 36-3208, Administrative Separation of Airmen, (personality disorder), with an honorable discharge and was issued a RE code of 2C “Involuntarily separated with an honorable discharge; or entry level separation without characterization of service.”  She served 4 years, 5 months and 25 days total active service.

On 10 Aug 04, the applicant's request to change her reenlistment eligibility (RE) code and narrative reason for discharge was considered and denied by the Board.  For an accounting of the facts and circumstances surrounding the applicant’s request, and, the rationale of the earlier decision by the Board, see the Record of Proceedings at Exhibit F.

On 4 Jan 06, the applicant submitted additional supporting documentation.  She provided a copy of her Compensation and Pension Examination from a Veterans Administration physician who states after examination of the applicant he did not find any evidence of a mental disorder.  She was granted a 30 percent compensable disability rating by the Department of Veterans Affairs.

The applicant's complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit G.

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

The BCMR Medical Consultant recommends denial.  The BCMR Medical Consultant states the Board may reconsider an application if the applicant submits newly discovered relevant evidence that was not available when the application was previously considered.  The preponderance of evidence of the record shows that the applicant’s conditions were appropriately evaluated.  The information submitted for reconsideration offers a conflicting opinion, but does not adequately disprove her diagnosis of personality disorder made on three separate occasions while on active duty.  Conclusions and recommendations remain the same as the previous medical advisory dated 14 Jun 04.  Action and disposition in this case are proper and equitable reflecting compliance with Air Force directives that implement the law and no change in the record is warranted.

The Medical Consultant’s evaluation is at Exhibit H.  

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant on 14 Aug 07, for review and comment within 30 days.  As of this date, this office has received no response.

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THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT:

After again reviewing this application and the additional evidence provided in support of her appeal, we are not persuaded the requested relief should be granted.  We took notice of the applicant's complete submission in judging the merits of the case; however, we agree with the opinions and recommendation of the BCMR Medical Consultant and adopt his rationale as the basis for our conclusion that the applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice.  Therefore, in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we find no compelling basis to recommend granting the relief sought in this application.  Accordingly, the applicant’s request is not favorably considered.

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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:

The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of material error or injustice; that the application was denied without a personal appearance; and that the application will only be reconsidered upon the submission of newly discovered relevant evidence not considered with this application.

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The following members of the Board considered Docket Number BC-2004-00251 in Executive Session on 12 December 2007, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

			
The following documentary evidence was considered:

	Exhibit F.  Record of Proceedings, dated 27 Aug 2004,
				  with Exhibits A through E.
	Exhibit G.  DD Form 149, dated 4 Jan 06, w/atchs.
	Exhibit H.  Letter, BCMR Medical Consultant, dated 25 Jul 07.
	Exhibit I.  Letter, AFBCMR, dated 14 Aug 07, w/atch.

	Panel Chair