NSI Medical

[Herman_Snerd]

When is the sickle cell test due. All appointments are booked out in my area for at least a week plus it seems like it take 3 day to get results back. I already mailed the rest of my NSI info in.

General guidance passed to my son from others on how to get off to a good start as he started his ROTC journey, that I'll pass to you here - when given an order, make it a priority to deliver the result as directed. Be brilliant in this basic.

NSI is a gauntlet of opportunities to fall short and call attention to yourself- where possible, don't. Were you advised this is a requirement in your packet? Sounds like yes. And was that need clarified by a subject matter expert? yes. It almost comes across like you want someone to say it's OK not to do what you were directed to do, because it's inconvenient or hard - why even mention you already mailed the rest of the packet? Get off to a good start - if you need to take a 2 hour drive or whatever, make the sacrifice. You got this.

The NSI process tends to decimate or literally weed out approx. 10% of the national scholarship winners who ring the bell/ drop on request before NSI is over for various reasons, which honestly is great as it saves a lot of time for all involved. My blunt warning observation aligns with prior poster guidance, which is that if you show up without your medical paperwork but instead an excuse, you're going to call attention to yourself, and succeeding (which is defined here as completing) NSI will be a steeper uphill climb than it needs to be.

Results not excuses - good luck.

 

[justdoit19]

Love @Herman_Snerd post. Spot on. For all things in life!!

Regarding NSI, remember….you haven’t EARNED your scholarship, until successfully COMPLETING NSI. Basically, you are still interviewing for the ‘job’ (of a future Midshipman). Would you go into a job interview saying ‘I can’t (yes you could)’? Would you go into your job interview any less than your best prepared self?

In any profession, there is the written rule (already provided), and then there is the ‘unwritten rule’ of the culture and reality of the company. Certainly an ‘I couldn’t’ or ‘it was too hard’ doesn’t hit the unwritten rule in all the right places, day #1, even though it technically hits the written rule.

You still have to pass NSI to earn your spot. Plenty DONT pass. I’m NOT saying this specific incident would not pass you, but I am saying that the reality is that it gets you a checkmark in a category you don’t want. Whether technically allowed or not.

Take care of it. It’s also for your best interest due to medical reasons already stated.

 

[Justin HELPmomStocksPosts]

This picture says that NTSC (whatever that stands for) will pay for my sickle cell test. Little to no info is given as to how that money will actually make it into my hands. I’m on scholarship. What should I do.

 

[LissaB]

This picture says that NTSC (whatever that stands for) will pay for my sickle cell test. Little to no info is given as to how that money will actually make it into my hands. I’m on scholarship. What should I do.

I’d start with your pediatrician’s office and hospital of birth. You were likely tested at birth and they have the results. If I’m not mistaken you MAY submit your packet without the sickle cell information and will be tested upon arrival (but your participation will be delayed). If you test independently you will be reimbursed eventually but it will not likely be a quick turnaround process for payment.

 

[LissaB]

Separate question, but about NSI paperwork. My son is waiting on one document that we might not have until next week. Should we mail the incomplete packet or wait? Also I thought I read somewhere to only send "regular mail", but I can't remember where. Can/should it be send express?

DD sent priority mail, no signature required. But it had a tracking number so there was the reassurance that it was in fact delivered.

 

[botello]

This picture says that NTSC (whatever that stands for) will pay for my sickle cell test. Little to no info is given as to how that money will actually make it into my hands. I’m on scholarship. What should I do.

We just paid ourselves. The price is far, far lower than losing a scholarship over a lab bill. At least that was our thinking.

 

[Justin HELPmomStocksPosts]

I’d start with your pediatrician’s office and hospital of birth. You were likely tested at birth and they have the results. If I’m not mistaken you MAY submit your packet without the sickle cell information and will be tested upon arrival (but your participation will be delayed). If you test independently you will be reimbursed eventually but it will not likely be a quick turnaround process for payment.

Thanks for the info. My hospital of birth no longer has my record even though I took the test when I was born. Pediatrician’s office doesn’t have it either. Trying to get an appointment next week

 

[IronmanDaremo]

My kid is still working on what to submit. His DoDMERB stuff is still under waiver review at his NROTC unit (and at the Academy), and as such, they asked him to go get ANOTHER physical to submit! Ugh.

He got the requested sports physical today, downloaded .pdfs of his DoDMERB stuff, and filled out the other forms requested. He's giving them to his coordinator at his unit, and they are going to FedEx it to the NSI group. It has to be there by Monday (or postmarked by then I think).

So, he still hasn't been given his NSI cycle dates. But he has been told they are trying to get him to CORTRAMID East (in Norfolk), which takes place later in the summer. That means he would need to go to one of the earlier NSI cycles.

This kid's journey to go for a commission has just been a frickin' wild ride! Between the rollercoaster with the Academy both this year and last, and his NROTC scholarship stuff and his unit, he has been through almost every scenario on the books for a candidate!

 

[IronmanDaremo]

Oh, for those that don't know, he is a current college programmer that received the scholarship offer this year. So, he'll be finished his Freshman year next month, which is why they are trying to schedule him for both NSI and CORTRAMID in the same summer.

 

[Heatherg21]

My kid is still working on what to submit. His DoDMERB stuff is still under waiver review at his NROTC unit (and at the Academy), and as such, they asked him to go get ANOTHER physical to submit! Ugh.

He got the requested sports physical today, downloaded .pdfs of his DoDMERB stuff, and filled out the other forms requested. He's giving them to his coordinator at his unit, and they are going to FedEx it to the NSI group. It has to be there by Monday (or postmarked by then I think).

So, he still hasn't been given his NSI cycle dates. But he has been told they are trying to get him to CORTRAMID East (in Norfolk), which takes place later in the summer. That means he would need to go to one of the earlier NSI cycles.

This kid's journey to go for a commission has just been a frickin' wild ride! Between the rollercoaster with the Academy both this year and last, and his NROTC scholarship stuff and his unit, he has been through almost every scenario on the books for a candidate!

A tough road but also what makes you such a valuable contributor on the forum. You've seen a lot!!!! Still have my fingers crossed for you guys.

 

[IronmanDaremo]

We know the Academy is reviewing waiver stuff. Should be a no brainer as there is really nothing new to waive, only confirmation that there wasn't an issue to begin with.

Next week is the deadline for people to accept their offer. I hate to say that I'm hoping 200 or so kids deny their offer and go somewhere else!

 

[Capt MJ]

My kid is still working on what to submit. His DoDMERB stuff is still under waiver review at his NROTC unit (and at the Academy), and as such, they asked him to go get ANOTHER physical to submit! Ugh.

He got the requested sports physical today, downloaded .pdfs of his DoDMERB stuff, and filled out the other forms requested. He's giving them to his coordinator at his unit, and they are going to FedEx it to the NSI group. It has to be there by Monday (or postmarked by then I think).

So, he still hasn't been given his NSI cycle dates. But he has been told they are trying to get him to CORTRAMID East (in Norfolk), which takes place later in the summer. That means he would need to go to one of the earlier NSI cycles.

This kid's journey to go for a commission has just been a frickin' wild ride! Between the rollercoaster with the Academy both this year and last, and his NROTC scholarship stuff and his unit, he has been through almost every scenario on the books for a candidate!

🕯🕯🕯🕯🕯🕯🕯🕯🕯

 

[GWU PNS (emeritus)]

He got the requested sports physical today, downloaded .pdfs of his DoDMERB stuff, and filled out the other forms requested. He's giving them to his coordinator at his unit, and they are going to FedEx it to the NSI group. It has to be there by Monday (or postmarked by then I think).

One other potential option is the coordinator could scan and send the stuff for NSI through "DoDSAFE". They should know what that is. It normally isn't an option because the high school seniors (graduates) aren't located at the unit, but in your case, they could do it. But I don't want to jump in to another unit's business (though I guess I sort of did)

 

[botello]

One other potential option is the coordinator could scan and send the stuff for NSI through "DoDSAFE". They should know what that is. It normally isn't an option because the high school seniors (graduates) aren't located at the unit, but in your case, they could do it. But I don't want to jump in to another unit's business (though I guess I sort of did)

They are giving my DS that option, as I guess he signed something he wasn't supposed to sign yet and something else was wrong.

One question, if they are qualified through DODMERB do they still need the sports physical? I can't decipher the answer he was given via email...clear as mud to us!

 

[GWU PNS (emeritus)]

They are giving my DS that option, as I guess he signed something he wasn't supposed to sign yet and something else was wrong.

One question, if they are qualified through DODMERB do they still need the sports physical? I can't decipher the answer he was given via email...clear as mud to us!

For me, qualified through DODMERB means a letter or email with a letter attached from DODMERB stating fully qualified, or any pending waivers were adjudicated favorably. Mr. Mullen would know the exact verbiage for what those letters state. Assuming that, DS would not need a separate physical. That separate physical is intended for those who have not completed or have not yet started the DODMERB status.

Having said all of that, the sickle cell trait test is also required. If you search for sickle cell, there was a thread with info on that.

Lastly, while I enjoy answering as many questions as I can through here, there is no replacement for speaking with the NROTC unit your sons and daughters are assigned to. Some of them will handle most of the bureaucracy or help push things through. And each unit is responsible for arranging the travel (airline tickets) to get to and from NSI.

The only exception is for Ironman's son. I am actually stealing him down to GWU and he just doesn't know it yet.

 

[IronmanDaremo]

Go read the dining-in thread I just posted. You may change your mind!

(Or rush him to commission).

 

[botello]

For me, qualified through DODMERB means a letter or email with a letter attached from DODMERB stating fully qualified, or any pending waivers were adjudicated favorably. Mr. Mullen would know the exact verbiage for what those letters state. Assuming that, DS would not need a separate physical. That separate physical is intended for those who have not completed or have not yet started the DODMERB status.

Having said all of that, the sickle cell trait test is also required. If you search for sickle cell, there was a thread with info on that.

Lastly, while I enjoy answering as many questions as I can through here, there is no replacement for speaking with the NROTC unit your sons and daughters are assigned to. Some of them will handle most of the bureaucracy or help push things through. And each unit is responsible for arranging the travel (airline tickets) to get to and from NSI.

The only exception is for Ironman's son. I am actually stealing him down to GWU and he just doesn't know it yet.

My DS is totally clear, no waivers needed. He will contact the school's NROTC to clarify on that point. He's now trying to get assigned to NSI 2, which is what he requested, but was assigned to 1. They want a reason, the truth is that he has been asked to help with the area's JROTC Leadership Academy and he prefers 2 to be able to train a bit more, but I'm not sure Naval Command will see that as a valid reason...he's learning quickly that he won't be in charge of his life very much!

 

[GWU PNS (emeritus)]

My DS is totally clear, no waivers needed. He will contact the school's NROTC to clarify on that point. He's now trying to get assigned to NSI 2, which is what he requested, but was assigned to 1. They want a reason, the truth is that he has been asked to help with the area's JROTC Leadership Academy and he prefers 2 to be able to train a bit more, but I'm not sure Naval Command will see that as a valid reason...he's learning quickly that he won't be in charge of his life very much!

NSTC will likely accept if the unit gives an endorsement. Something along the lines of DS was asked by his NJROTC unit to help with summer training. It would help ensure he is good physical condition prior to going to NSI and demonstrates he is giving back to his NJROTC unit. Sounds nice

 

[botello]

NSTC will likely accept if the unit gives an endorsement. Something along the lines of DS was asked by his NJROTC unit to help with summer training. It would help ensure he is good physical condition prior to going to NSI and demonstrates he is giving back to his NJROTC unit. Sounds nice

Great, thank you! He just emailed, so hopefully he will hear back soon. He has served as a GA before and it was a great learning experience for him. In fact, his platoon won "honor platoon" .