triggertre

My command is just now initiating the MEB process. I assume they have a separate rating system but will utilize my VA ratings in determining my outcome. I understand most of my VA benefits as I have been entitled to these for a few years. From what you say most likely I will be medically discharged from the Georgia National Guard since I have both service connected PTSD rated at 100% and Spinal issues rated at 30%. If I am medically discharged for service connected disabilities rated over 30% but with only 5+ years in service what benefits from the Guard am I entitled? One reason for these specifics is that due to my spinal injuries I have to undergo yearly surgical treatments just to maintain quality of life. I DO NOT trust VA in operating on my spine so I do most of my treatment via private healthcare. Tricare is excellent in taking care of these yearly and quarterly costs without complaint for the past 3 years. So will I be able to keep Tricare if medically discharged and what other benefits will I be entitled to that are not related to VA benefits? -triggertre

Ok makes sense. Does anyone know what benefits I would still be entitled to if I am medically discharged after only the few years I have served?

First post, The Background: Georgia National Guard Infantry gunner with one tour in Afghanistan 2009-2010. Servicemember since DEC2007. I am currently serviced-connected with 100% PTSD, 30% Degenerative Arthritis, 10% Thoracolumbar Issues, 10% Bilateral Tinnitus, 0% Bilateral Epicondylitis, 0% Minor Hearing Loss . I also have been diagnosed with bilateral cervical radiculopathy due to back issues (but was told its a mute point since I am well over 100% rating and thus has not been service-connected). I have not drilled in over a year due to my medical issues. I had recieved notice from the VA than I was honorably discharged back in AUG2012, but the ARNG didn't get the memo and my command recently decided I need to go before a MEB for proper out-processing. I am on a 6-2 enlistment with 6 active drilling and 2 inactive. My 6 years of active drilling is complete this DEC2013. The Concern: My question is what should I expect? Will this adversely affect me? I am certain I will be medically discharged due to my high service connected ratings. I already receive 100% service-connected VA Compensation, but what benefits do I retain from the guard if I am medically retired due to my service-connected disibilities. I only have 5.5 years in and about 13 months of those are active duty. thank you in advance.