wait to appeal or pursue p3 for other conditions

[Broken_soldier]

First let me thank everyone is this forum for your service

I’ve been referred to Meb for “anterior ankle Impingement without instability “
At the same time this was referred I’ve also been dealing with knee, spine, cervicalgia, arm problems

Knee: I had a surgery where a cyst was removed , knee hasn’t improved since pt and shock wave therapy

Spine: I have herniated disc c-5 c-7

Arms: while I was in the process to get evaluated for the spine they found that I have carpal tunnel in the left hand, after pt it didn’t get any better , what lead me to be seen by neurologist who determined tha I also have mild cubital tunnel syndrome in both elbows

Cervicalgia: I have neck pain that leads to trapezoid pain and headaches . For the trapezoid I’ve tried pt, dry needling, chiropractor, and pain management. Pain management seem to work the best, but only for about 2 weeks

My problem is that PEB will only consider my ankle as fitting or unfiting condition for what I understand. I’m not sure how much percentage my ankle can give me on the dod side . And I do believe my other problems should be considered as unfitting but my PCM doesn’t want to
1- provide me a p3 for any
2- will not referred me to see the orthopedics for further treatment, either injections or surgery( I understand elective surgery it’s not authorized)

Also im about to have my last c&p exam and I haven’t yet heard a word from legal

I’m just afraid of the outcome . Maybe I’ll be found fit , or I will not have enough percentage to keep tricare and continue taking care of myself

Quick notes about myself I’m a SPC , MOS 15F

Please I will appreciate any intake in this , thank you for your time

 

[Provis]

First let me thank everyone is this forum for your service

I’ve been referred to Meb for “anterior ankle Impingement without instability “
At the same time this was referred I’ve also been dealing with knee, spine, cervicalgia, arm problems

Knee: I had a surgery where a cyst was removed , knee hasn’t improved since pt and shock wave therapy

Spine: I have herniated disc c-5 c-7

Arms: while I was in the process to get evaluated for the spine they found that I have carpal tunnel in the left hand, after pt it didn’t get any better , what lead me to be seen by neurologist who determined tha I also have mild cubital tunnel syndrome in both elbows

Cervicalgia: I have neck pain that leads to trapezoid pain and headaches . For the trapezoid I’ve tried pt, dry needling, chiropractor, and pain management. Pain management seem to work the best, but only for about 2 weeks

My problem is that PEB will only consider my ankle as fitting or unfiting condition for what I understand. I’m not sure how much percentage my ankle can give me on the dod side . And I do believe my other problems should be considered as unfitting but my PCM doesn’t want to
1- provide me a p3 for any
2- will not referred me to see the orthopedics for further treatment, either injections or surgery( I understand elective surgery it’s not authorized)

Also im about to have my last c&p exam and I haven’t yet heard a word from legal

I’m just afraid of the outcome . Maybe I’ll be found fit , or I will not have enough percentage to keep tricare and continue taking care of myself

Quick notes about myself I’m a SPC , MOS 15F

Please I will appreciate any intake in this , thank you for your time

You can get other conditions added at the end through the FPEB. However, the way to get them added is to show that they cause you to not be able to do your job. So a profile for each condition is a good start if you don't have one. Since you are on your last C&P exam you have time to make sure you are fighting for those conditions that you believe make you unfit. When you get the NARSUM you can request an IMR and or a Rebuttal. This is the start of you building your case to have them added. If not listed as unfitting on NARSUM you can submit in writing why you think this is wrong and legal can help you. I HIGHLY suggest talking to some private attorney's about your case because a dedicated attorney will give your case more time than legal from IDES just because they represent a very high number of Soldiers. If you decide not to go that route make sure to talk to your assigned IDES legal person often to help you strategize to get the outcome you desire.

Lastly, based on your rank I am assuming you haven't been in too long. Since VA compensation will offset any pension from a medical retirement in most circumstances the main reason to try to get a medical retirement is for the Tricare insurance rather than additional compensation. Good Luck!

 

[Broken_soldier]

Thank you very much for this information, it sucks because I’m stationed in germany, and just makes everything more complicated than it already is . For starters , my command isn’t even in the same place as I am. I’m part of a detachment, so I don’t even know how he will be able to the the commanders statement, unless he asks an nco from here ‍. Either way I actually going to see orthopedic this Friday, and I’m going to ask him if he recommends any of this conditions as p3. Wish me luck