RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2012-05118 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: Her records be corrected to show that she was not placed on medical hold, but instead continued on active duty for medical continuation (MEDCON), for the period of 6 Mar 11 to 31 Dec 12. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: She has not been able to accumulate retirement points and pay due to the medical hold, which precludes her from performing her reserve military duties. The applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A. _________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: The applicant currently serves in the Air Force Reserve in the grade of master sergeant (E-7). On 6 Mar 11, the applicant was provided an AF Form 469, Duty Limiting Condition Report, indicating she was restricted from participating in running, timed walks, push-ups, sit-ups, or vigorous activities. It also indicated the applicant is undergoing a Medical Evaluation Board (MEB) and cannot permanently change stations (PCS), deploy, or be mobilized until disposition is made. According to information extracted from the Military Personnel Data System (MilPDS), the applicant has attained more than 24 years of satisfactory reserve service and is eligible for a reserve retirement. The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application are contained in the letters prepared by the appropriate offices of the Air Force, which are at Exhibits C and D. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFRC/SG recommends denial, indicating there is no evidence of a connection between the applicant’s implanted ICD and any period of duty. A Line of Duty (LOD) was not requested and does not appear to be necessary. The medical documentation provided by the applicant indicates she had a defibrillator implanted for cardiomyopathy that developed after her chemotherapy for Non- Hodgkin’s Lymphoma that was diagnosed in 1998. The physician indicates that her cardiac condition could have predated her treatment for Hodgkin’s and may be service connected; however, no service connection for the condition has been made. In 2000, the applicant was found fit for duty through a fitness for duty evaluation and returned to duty on an assignment limitation code. She has had case renewals since then in 2003, 2007, and 2010. Her most current renewal expired on 31 Mar 13. The applicant has continued to participate as a traditional reservist and has even been granted waivers to perform an annual tour outside the Continental United States (OCONUS), despite the limitations of her non-duty related conditions. A complete copy of the AFRC/SG evaluation is at Exhibit C. AFPC/DPFA recommends denial, indicating that a review of the Command Man-Day Allocation System (CMAS) does not show a request for MEDCON or any Title 10 orders prior to or during the timeframe in question. The Automated Line of Duty (ALOD) system does not indicate a LOD was ever initiated; however, the applicant does have a Duty Limiting Condition (DLC) report, dated 6 Mar 11, that identifies her as a code 37, which indicates the applicant is unable to participate for pay and points. Having a DLC does not, in of itself, qualify for an LOD or eligibility for MEDCON. A complete copy of the AFPC/DPFA evaluation is at Exhibit D. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: Copies of the Air Force evaluations were forwarded to the applicant on 5 Jul 13 for review and comment within 30 days. As of this date, no response has been received by this office (Exhibit E). __________________________________________________________________ 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 injustice. We took notice of the applicant’s complete submission in judging the merits of the case; however, we agree with the opinions and recommendations of the Air Force offices of primary responsibility (OPR) and adopt their rationale as the basis for our conclusion the applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice. The evidence presented does not indicate that the applicant’s ailments were incurred in the line of duty (LOD); therefore, her non-duty related conditions would not form the basis for an entitlement to medical continuation (MEDCON) or other disability benefits. Therefore, in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we find no basis to recommend granting the relief sought in this application. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of material error or injustice; the application was denied without a personal appearance; and the application will only be reconsidered upon the submission of newly discovered relevant evidence not considered with this application. _________________________________________________________________ The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2012-05118 in Executive Session on 20 Aug 13, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603: , Panel Chair , Member , Member The following documentary evidence was considered: Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 25 Oct 12, w/atchs. Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records. Exhibit C. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 21 Jun 13. Exhibit D. Letter, AFPC/DPFA, dated 27 Jun 13. Exhibit E. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 5 Jul 13. Panel Chair 3