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    Opinion: Which is better outcome, PDRL or discharge w/ severance?

    Thanks for everyone's opinion. I partially had TAP but I really didn't find the information that helpful. It might be because I usually go out and find information better on my own. Also, in my experience, the people at the base seem to be annoyed or find it a chore to help with transition...
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    Opinion: Which is better outcome, PDRL or discharge w/ severance?

    I just received my TDRL first 18-month re-eval determination, "Permanent Retirement (PDRL)" with a 30 compensable percentage. Currently the VA has rated me at 50% w/spouse and one dependent. I was an E-6 with 9.5 yrs TIS at time of TDRL separation. At this time, monthly, I receive $345 from...
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    Back Condition Rating in relation to "Pain Level".

    Greetings all. I would like to consider myself "higher knowledge level than average" when it comes to VA ratings, conditions, and benefits, etc.; however, I am having the hardest time figuring out how to proceed with the VA on my lumbar condition. I'm a 30 y/o, male who is currently on TDRL...
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    10 weeks no answer.

    Greetings. Wanted to update those interested in my case. I outprocessed the base and began permissive TDY at the end of July/early Aug. We relocated to another base and I accepted a position in civil service. I did receive my first AF retirement check yesterday. I'm awaiting a response...
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    10 weeks no answer.

    No problem. What is interesting about my back finding was that it was immediately after my initial MRI. Since the day my package left for Texas, I've tried physical therapy, epidural injections, and have all the major medications (to include Lyrica which is a pain to get approved through...
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    10 weeks no answer.

    10 weeks no answer. (Findings back!!) Just received my AF Form 356 on Friday. Took 11.5 weeks at AFPC. TDRL @ 30% 21% Deep vein venous insufficiency both lower extremities 10% Chronic lower back pain, w/ degenerative disc disease at L4-5 My wife and I's faith in the system is renewed. We...
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    10 weeks no answer.

    Hello all. Great site. I've been reading up on all your stories for the past few weeks. I'm anxiously awaiting an answer from Randolph concerning my MEB. Here's the breakdown... 9.5 yrs TIS, E-6, USAF MEB conditions as stated on narrative 1. Venous insufficiency both lower extremities...
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