RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2012-05258
		COUNSEL:  NONE
		HEARING DESIRED: NO

	 

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

Her narrative reason for separation of “DISABILITY EXISTED PRIOR 
TO SERVICE” be changed to a service connected disability or the 
narrative reason be removed.

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

She did not have a breathing problem at all prior to her 
military service.  A civilian pulmonologist evaluated her and 
felt that her symptoms were likely due to inflammation from acid 
reflux, not asthma.  She did not know the process for requesting 
her discharge to be changed.

In support of her request, the applicant provides a copy of her 
DD Form 293, Application for the Review of Discharge from the 
Armed Forces of the United States, copies of her DD Form 214, 
Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, a copy of 
memorandum from AFPC/DPPAEQ, excerpts from her military 
personnel and medical records, and a copy of a memorandum from 
AFPC/DPFD.

Her complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A. 

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

The applicant received a narrative reason for separation of 
“DISABILITY EXISTED PRIOR TO SERVICE” and was honorably 
discharged on 13 Jul 04 after serving 1 year, 6 months, and 7 
days on active duty.  

The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application are 
contained in the letter prepared by the appropriate office of 
the Air Force, which is at Exhibit C.

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

1. AFPC/DPFD recommends denial.  The applicant was referred to 
the Informal Physical Evaluation Board (IPEB) on 13 May 04 for 
asthma that existed prior to service (EPTS) without service 
aggravation within 180 days of enlistment.  The IPEB found the 
member unfit and recommended her for discharge.  The board 
noted:  “The medical conditions EPTS and the IPEB notes 
definitive asthma symptoms began 4 months into her tour and 
member has had shortness of breath with exertion her entire 
military career.  The Board opines that the 180-day rule DODI 
1332.38, E3.p4.5.4.1 applies and finds the member unfit.”  The 
applicant concurred with the findings on 25 May 04.  

2. The applicant was not boarded for acid reflux and does not 
submit any new medical evidence that was not reviewed by the 
IPEB.  Further, the “2Q” reenlistment (RE) code is correct for a 
member who is approved for a medical retirement or separation.

The complete DPFD evaluation is at Exhibit C.

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the 
applicant on 25 Jan 13 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:

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

2.  The application was not timely filed; however, it is in the 
interest of justice to excuse the failure to timely file.

3.  Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to 
demonstrate the existence of error or injustice.  We took notice 
of the applicant's complete submission in judging the merits of 
the case; however, we agree with the opinion and recommendation 
of the Air Force office of primary responsibility and adopt its 
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 basis to 
recommend granting the relief sought in this application.

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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 AFBCMR Docket 
Number BC-2012-05258 in Executive Session on 17 Oct 13, under 
the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

	, Panel Chair
	, Member
	, Member

The following documentary evidence was considered:

    Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 6 Nov 12, w/atchs.
    Exhibit B.  Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
    Exhibit C.  Letter, AFPC/DPFD, dated 17 Jan 13.
    Exhibit D.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 25 Jan 13.