Manual of the Medical Department (NAVMED P-117): Chapter 15: Medical Examinations: Medical Examinations

15-22 Members on the Temporary Disability Retired List

Department of the Navy
Bureau of Medicine and Surgery

(1) Statutory regulations require members carried on the temporary disability retired list (TDRL) be examined at least once every 18 months. The examination will be conducted per the Disability Evaluation Manual (see SECNAVINST 1850.4 series).

(2) If a member placed on the TDRL is removed from the retired list, found tit for duty and chooses the option to reenlist, he or she must undergo a complete retention physical examination. This examination is required since the condition which placed the member on the TDRL is usually the only condition evaluated for removal from the TDRL. In the period since the member was separated from the service (placed on TDRL), new medical conditions could have developed, i.e., hypertension, diabetes, etc. These conditions must be reviewed for waiver recommendations prior to reenlistment. Note: Any medical condition which the member may have had while on active duty is exempt and does not require waiver action.