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Crome, I have a copy of my full medical records, I have read where many people have recommended that on here. Ranger, If I am reading my paperwork correctly, the Air Force is deeming me "unfit" because I cannot carry more than 25 lbs with my left hand. (Interesting considering my...

Crome, Thanks for the info. Unfortunately, I am looking at Separation, Severance and 10%. My concern is the medical treatment I am going to need from here on out. With only 10% that means med benefits will be out of my own pocket.

I have been reading other posts and I have read that due to my case being under the new IDES system it is difficult to argue percentages and condition categories. If this is the case I am guessing that Fit vs Unfit is going to be my best strategy. Any thoughts?

I have been in the AF for 18 1/2 years and I am going through my Med Board. My MEB process has taken over 2 years due to my PEBLO and my PCM losing my entire MEB package 3 times. I am being boarded for deteriorating back condition (accident on duty doing my job), Hypersomnia, multiple hernias...

Adam, I feel your pain in regards to the Hypersomnia. I was diagnosed with Hypersomnia over 12 years ago. I too was prescribed Provigil. I am now 18 1/2 years in the Air Force, taking Provigil every morning (I am not sure what they consider "long term" as far as taking the medication). I...

I just got my AF 356 back from AFPC and was offered Severance & 10%. Number of years on 356 was wrong (says 08 instead of 18) and 3 of 4 conditions being boarded for were not listed on 356. Background: In AF for 18 1/2 years, ciritcally manned career field, diagnosed w/ Hypersomnia, permanet...