PHYSICIAN (DISABILITY EVALUATION)

Adjudicate soldier fitness based on medical records and Medical Evaluation Board (MEB) case files of Active Duty, Army Reserve, and National Guard Soldiers who have been referred due to not meeting retention standards Ensure uniform application of medical and regulatory aspects of the disability system. Serve as medical adjudicative member on both informal and formal boards based on medical review of all case documents and evidence. Investigate the nature, cause, degree of severity and probably permanency and compensability of disabilities of each solider referred to Physician Evaluation Board (PEB). Participates in formal hearings, including in-person, telephonic or video-conference forums.