I got a dilemma, I could possibly get med-boarded OR I could move forward and probably get VA 90% (maybe). I'm wondering is it better to get med boarded and take home the smaller monthly payment (TERA) or join the reserves and claim the VA90% to get the higher payment and cheaper medical.
I hear its hard to get accepted into the Reserves with such a high VA but I also know people who did their VA claims after they were approved to transfer to the Reserves and got both. I only ask because I have been told that MEB is the way to go, but after crunching numbers, it seems the reserves is because ill be able to keep more of my VA.. IF it all works out, just wondering any one has every gone through this or has any other insight.
I know I'm covered with the VA medically for life if I have 50% disability and have deployed before, but my family needs medical. That's why I am so desperate for the reserves. More money and cheaper health coverage.
Just seeing if anyone else encountered this type of decision making... have a good day
I hear its hard to get accepted into the Reserves with such a high VA but I also know people who did their VA claims after they were approved to transfer to the Reserves and got both. I only ask because I have been told that MEB is the way to go, but after crunching numbers, it seems the reserves is because ill be able to keep more of my VA.. IF it all works out, just wondering any one has every gone through this or has any other insight.
I know I'm covered with the VA medically for life if I have 50% disability and have deployed before, but my family needs medical. That's why I am so desperate for the reserves. More money and cheaper health coverage.
Just seeing if anyone else encountered this type of decision making... have a good day