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Disability

Date of Publication:

2/24/2023

Definition:

A medical impairment, mental disease, or physical defect which is severe enough to interfere with the service member’s ability to adequately perform their duties, regardless of assignment or geographic location. A medical impairment, mental disease, or physical defect standing alone does not constitute a disability. The term includes mental disease, but not such inherent defects as developmental or behavioral disorders.

Source of Definition:

Disability Evaluation System Manual: General Information and Legacy Disability Evaluation System Time Standards

Last Updated: July 13, 2023
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