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I was medically disqualified in late November for high-frequency hearing loss in one ear. A waiver was requested by USAFA, USMA, and USNA in December. My waiver was denied by USMA in December (before I could get in AMI from my ENT). I turned in AMI from my ENT stating that this condition is not progressive and not an issue at all, as it is a very high frequency, and it would never impact me in any way. The next morning, after sending it into DoDMERB, USMA denied the waiver, so I assume they did not see it. How do I ask them to make sure they see the AMI? I feel like it was the worst timing possible because I sent it in before their decision, so it doesn't constitute a reconsideration, but it was also right before, so they almost certainly did not factor it into their decision.

In January, I got an LOA to USAFA and USNA, and my FFR said he thinks there is a good chance I will get into West Point if I can get my waiver (yes I know I should take stuff like this with a grain of salt). How do I make sure USMA reviews the AMI? I think there is a good chance it will change their decision.

I reached out to my Regional Commander about the situation, but he was out of the office. After getting back from being gone for a few weeks, he told me it was being reconsidered, but there was no change in status on the DoDMERB or USMA website, so I do not know if it was reconsidered yet. He has been out of the office again since he told me it was being reconsidered so I have not been able to contact him.

Also, I have heard that the best way to get a waiver, especially when it is a condition that appears bad on paper but is actually a non-factor, is to get multiple opinions in my favor. So far, I have my ENT stating that it is not a problem and not progressive, but I think it is probably best to get more opinions to help my case. Does going to a "military" hospital help? Where can I go that actually has weight in their opinion?

I know for a fact this is not actually a problem at all. It is not progressive, and I do not start having problems till like 4,000 Hz. I am pretty frustrated because I just wish I could have the actual waiver authority examine me so they can see it is not actually a problem and I am in perfect condition.

Thank you in advance to anyone with advice for me
 
Waiver denied this morning by USAFA. Can anyone tell me where to get another medical opinion? I have heard military hospitals carry more weight because they have experience with medical standards. Where can I go?
 
Some conditions are waiverable.

Some conditions are not waiverable.

Some conditions are waiverable to a certain number.

It’s decided by USNA/USMA/USAFA. Not a private or military hospital/doctor. DODMERB has rendered Q/DQ against set standards. And under waiver review means that the SA (not DODMERB) is reviewing for a waiver. So the SA medical IS considering this. It is I. Their hands. It’s up to them (the SA’s) to issue a waiver of DODMERB standards.

You are a competitive candidate, with your LOA’s, but unfortunately, every year, some LOA’s do not turn into appointments. Idk the outcome of USNA’s waiver review. But as is advised with ALL CANDIDATES, make sure and have solid backup plans.

I hope this works out for you.
 
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justdoit19 said:
Some conditions are waiverable.

Some conditions are not waiverable.

Some conditions are waiverable to a certain number.

It’s decided by USNA/USMA/USAFA. Not a private or military hospital/doctor. DODMERB has rendered Q/DQ against set standards. And under waiver review means that the SA (not DODMERB) is reviewing for a waiver. So the SA medical IS considering this. It is I. Their hands. It’s up to them (the SA’s) to issue a waiver of DODMERB standards.

You are a competitive candidate, with your LOA’s, but unfortunately, every year, some LOA’s do not turn into appointments. Idk the outcome of USNA’s waiver review. But as is advised with ALL CANDIDATES, make sure and have solid backup plans.

I hope this works out for you.
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Yes, I understand this.

How should I handle the appeal process? I think CaptMJ advised someone to get at least 3 opinions, one at a military-affiliated hospital. Does anyone have more details on this or details on the waiver appeal process?
 
Panda57 said:
Yes, I understand this.

How should I handle the appeal process? I think CaptMJ advised someone to get at least 3 opinions, one at a military-affiliated hospital. Does anyone have more details on this or details on the waiver appeal process?
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First thing you need to do if you have not done it yet, is know everything about this website:


Especially the disqualification codes and FAQ section. The FAQ section specifically goes over what you are asking about the process. The disqualification codes will help you figure out what your specific DQ is and if it is waiverable or not. If it is not waiverable, then there is not a lot you can do. If it is waiverable, then you can get other AMI to load into DODMERB. A "Military" hospital AMI is not required.

Good Luck
 
Where can I see if a condition is waivable? I know my code and am looking for it in the DQ codes, but it does not say anything about if it is waivable.
 
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