RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  2007-02419
		INDEX CODE:  106.00
		COUNSEL:  NONE
		HEARING DESIRED:  NO

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

Her reentry (RE) code of “2Q” (Personnel Medically Retired or Discharged) be changed. 
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

Her discharge was based on a misdiagnosis.  

In support of her request, applicant provides a copy of a behavioral health staff note dated 26 Jul 07, a diagnostic screening assessment dated 22 May 07, a psychological evaluation dated 25 Jan 07 and a character reference letter.  The applicant’s submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A.

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

The applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 29 Nov 05 in the grade of airman basic (E-1).  She was honorably discharged on 8 Jun 06 under the provisions of AFI 36-3212, with a separation code of JFM (Disability Existed Prior to Service-PEB), and a RE code of 2Q.  She served 6 months, and 10 days on active duty.  

The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application, extracted from the applicant's military records, are contained in the letters prepared by the appropriate offices of the Air Force at Exhibit C, D and F.

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

AFPC/DPPD recommends denial.  DPPD states the applicant was referred to the Informal Physical Disability Board (IPEB) on 3 May 06 for schizophrenia disorder, paranoid type, that existed prior to service without service aggravation, social and industrial adaptability impairment considerable.  The IPEB recommended discharge under other than Chapter 61, Title 10, U.S.C., due to a medical condition determined to have existed prior to service; and which has not been permanently aggravated by military service.  DPPD states that the RE code "2Q" is the correct RE status code for a person who is approved for a medical retirement or separation.  The complete AFPC/DPPD evaluation is at Exhibit C.

AFPC/DPSOA recommends denial.  DPSOA states that officials within the Secretary of the Air Force determined the applicant was physically unfit for continued military service due to a physical disability which existed prior to military service and directed her discharge without disability benefits.  The complete AFPC/DPSOA evaluation, with attachments, is at Exhibit D.  

The BCMR Medical Consultant recommends denial.  The BCMR Medical Consultant states that the applicant presented a pre-service history of symptoms consistent with a thought disorder, Schizophrenia; manifested by delusions, hallucinations, and disorganized thought processes.  After entering military service, the applicant experienced a recurrence of symptoms resulting in her hospitalization and ultimate discharge from military service.  Despite the questions raised regarding the accuracy of the applicant's diagnosis at the time of her discharge, a preponderance of medical evidence reflects that the diagnosis was consistent with the applicant's clinical presentations both prior to and after entering military service.  The complete BCMR Medical Consultant evaluation is at Exhibit F.

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

Applicant submitted a copy of her treatment plan report with staff notes dated for the periods 25 Jan 07 through 14 Nov 07 (See Exhibit H).

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THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT:

1.  The applicant has exhausted all remedies provided by existing law or regulations.

2.  The application was timely filed.

3.  Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of an error or an injustice warranting a change of the applicant's RE code.  After a review of the evidence of record, we note the applicant was evaluated under the medical disability system and was found medically unfit for continued military service due to a diagnosis of schizophrenia disorder, paranoid type which existed prior to entry into active service.  Therefore, we agree with the BCMR Medical Consultant's assessment and the Air Force offices of primary responsibility's conclusions that the applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice.  In the absence of evidence that the reason for her separation was erroneous, we have no basis to favorably consider the applicant’s request.  

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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:

The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of probable 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-2007-02419 in Executive Session on 16 Jul 08, under the provisions of AFI 36‑2603:

The following documentary evidence for Docket Number BC-2007-02419 was considered:

     Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 26 Jul 07, w/atchs.
     Exhibit B.  Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
     Exhibit C.  Letter, AFPC/DPPD, dated 10 Aug 07.
     Exhibit D.  Letter, AFPC/DPSOA, dated 27 Sep 07, w/atchs.
     Exhibit E.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 19 Oct 07.
     Exhibit F.  Letter, AFBCMR Medical Consultant, dated 
                 10 Jun 08.
     Exhibit G.  Letter, AFBCMR, dated 16 Jun 08.
     Exhibit H.  Treatment Plan Report w/notes, dated 26 Jun 08.