This post in on behalf of a colleague of mine. Currently in the ANG with over 20 years of service (18+ active duty) with a Mandatory Separation Date/retirement pending. While on title 10 active duty orders for over a year, the member suffered a mental health event which ultimately lead to a referral and admittance into an inpatient treatment care facility with a PTSD diagnosis. He was scheduled to separate/retire 1 July 24, but due to the placement in treatment was given an 30 day extension under 10 US Code 14519 - Deferment of retirement or separation for medical reasons.
Member is still in treatment for a few more days but will be separated at the end of the month. To compound matters, member recently tore his Achilles tendon while at the treatment center and has an anticipated recovery time of 12 weeks. I'm trying to understand how it is possible to separate a member currently on title 10 orders who is actively undergoing treatment for PTSD and a torn Achilles without initiating a MEB and retaining the member until the resolution of his case. Any help is appreciated.
Member is still in treatment for a few more days but will be separated at the end of the month. To compound matters, member recently tore his Achilles tendon while at the treatment center and has an anticipated recovery time of 12 weeks. I'm trying to understand how it is possible to separate a member currently on title 10 orders who is actively undergoing treatment for PTSD and a torn Achilles without initiating a MEB and retaining the member until the resolution of his case. Any help is appreciated.