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How long does the military keep your records?
In general, an individual’s military records are maintained by each branch of the military for around 5-10 years after the service member separates, after which records are sent to the National Archives where they are permanently maintained. You can request copies of records directly from the National Archives.
How do you prove asthma is service connected?
In most cases, veterans seeking service connection for asthma must show three things:
- A current medical diagnosis for asthma from a qualified professional;
- An in-service event, injury, or symptom; and.
- A medical “nexus,” or link, between their asthma diagnosis and the in-service occurrence.
How far back do Army records go?
Records are accessioned into the National Archives, and become archival, 62 years after the service member’s separation from the military. This is a rolling date, the current year minus 62 years.
What happens if I dont graduate boot camp?
Under no circumstances should you decide to go Absent Without Leave. This could cause the Marine Corps to label you a deserter and may be punishable with jail time or even death, according to the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
Can the military get your civilian medical records?
The military can’t look at civilian medical records without your consent or a court order. I suppose if they were unsure about something on your physical when you are enlisting, they may ask for permission to speak to your doctor and get your medical records.
Can asthma be a VA disability?
Bronchial asthma with FEV-1 of 40 to 55 percent predicted, or FEV-1/FVC of 40 to 55 percent, or at least monthly visits to a physician for required care of exacerbations, or intermittent (at least three per year) courses of systemic (oral or parenteral) corticosteroids warrants a 60 percent disability rating.
How long after someone is discharged from the military are records open?
The National Archives opens all records to the public 62 years after discharge. If the Veteran was discharged less than 62 years ago, you may be able to request limited information from their Military Personnel File.
When did the military stop keeping medical records?
Most Official Military Personnel Files contain both personnel and active duty health records, but this practice was discontinued by the service branches beginning in 1992. See Military Medical and Health Records for more details.
How long does it take to enlist in the military?
The Short Answer – Two Years With a Catch. Two years is the shortest amount of time a new enlistee can sign up for active duty, however there is a catch. You actually have an eight year commitment but you can perform this commitment as an active duty member, a Reservist, or and Individual Ready Reservist (IRR).
Where can I Find my military discharge records?
We are the official repository for records of military personnel who have been discharged from the U.S. Air Force, Army, Marine Corps, Navy and Coast Guard. If you are a recently separated veteran, records can be found online via the VA eBenefits portal.