My initial packet went up to AFPC and we just got the results. It stated return to duty but I can only be deployed to the states. We are shocked because my commander, doctor, and psychologist all stated that I should NOT be returned to Active Duty. I had back surgery 3 years ago but the severe back pain came back less than a year later. My back is now worse, cannot be fixed with surgery and all doctors have stated it will not get better. I am missing work because of the pain, I have pain shooting down both legs, tarsal tunnel symptoms in my right ankle, my knee cannot straighten, my knee and ankle give out, I cannot bend backward at all, I cannot lift more than 20lbs without pain, I cannot run, do push-ups or sits up. I started the MEB process a year ago and they finally sent in my paperwork last week. I also have anxiety which I take meds for because of a work situation years ago. The MEB was initially started just for my back but at the last minute, they added the anxiety. I have 14 years in and over the last year of this process have been told there was very little chance of staying in. I had accepted that the outcome would be to be medically retired and now I am shocked and a little upset. Can I fight the findings or do I just keep going like normal and stay on my profile of not being able to do any physical fitness?
Fighting AFPC Findings?
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Who found you RTD (MEB, IPEB or FPEB)?
Sorry I had to really look at all the paperwork and figure it all out. My I-RILO package went up to AFPC. It took a year for them to finally send my paperwork up top this stage. They sent back FL4 ALC-C2. It was my knowledge after researching today that the FL4 means I can fix what they want and resubmit. My next RILO they state will be at my next PHA and speciality evaluations that are required are pain management and psychiatry. I have seen these two specialists multiple times (over the last 2 years) so I don't see what waiting until next year is going to do. Do I have to wait until then or can I resubmit sooner?
My paperwork states "Due to various factors, member returned to duty by DP2NP via RILO, IAW AF/SG policy. Member may be able to deploy with the appropriate waiver." They also state that additional items that are required is a current AF Form 469. I am wondering if my idiot PEBLO didn't send all the correct paperwork up to accurately show my case. She thought that since I am under 15 years AD I wouldn't be medically retired even if I was rated at 100%.
Hey, I'm in a similar position as you SoccerFan17. MEB for chronic shoulder pain (impingement), back pain (degenerative disc disease), and restless leg syndrome. Got my MEB results back today and AFPC said "Return to Duty". Do you have an update? Are you doing FPEB?
My PEBLO told me I can’t fight it at all and I just have to wait until they reevaluate me at my next PHA. I’ve read some people going through this every year for 10 years. She is not very knowledgeable so I don’t know if it’s possible to fight it. Mine didn’t even make it up to a formal PEB, it got denied in the first stage after my packet got sent up to AFPC.
Ok. From what I've read, AFPC doesn't have to give you an FPEB after IPEB. Good for those that want to stay in, bad for those that are having trouble with physical limitations.
I know this is an older post- were able to fight it? I am in this boat now- I have been C3 return to duty even though my CC non recommended retention
This is what's happening to me right now. Initial RILO resulted in FL4 with Assignment Limitation Code 2, however my psychiatrist, AMRO board president and PEBLO are all very frustrated with AFPC on that decision, and are currently reaching out to AFPC to get it overturned to a full MEB. I'll find out if it gets overturned this week. Godspeed.
That’s what happened to me today. Do you mind sending me a message. Curious what routes you’re taking and any ideas I haven’t thought about. Thanks!