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

15-30 Transfer of Personnel

Department of the Navy
Bureau of Medicine and Surgery

(1) Transfer Within the U.S. (Except to Isolated Duty) or from Overseas or Sea Duty to the U.S. Medical and dental records will be screened by the MDR to determine a member's fitness for transfer. Immunization requirements are in NAVMEDCOMINST 6230.3 series

(2) Transfer to Sea Duty, Overseas Duty, or Isolated Duty within the U.S.

(a) Suitability for overseas assignment is covered in the NAVMEDCOMINST 1300.1 series

(b) Members ordered to isolated duty stations or sea duty must not have medical or dental conditions that are likely to require extensive or prolonged treatment. Any required medical or dental care must be provided prior to the anticipated date of transfer.

(3) Reporting Requirements

(a) A dated and signed SF-600 entry will be made noting the health record has been screened.

(b) A member considered NPQ for transfer will be referred for appropriate evaluation, and the member's command will be promptly notified.

(c) Defects waived at the time of original entry into the service will not be considered disqualifying unless substantial changes have occurred.

(4) Notification of Noncompliance. When personnel are received at ports of embarkation, aboard ship, or at overseas stations without required medical examinations, immunizations, dental treatment, or complete health records, the deficiencies will be reported to the unit commander with a written recommendation that the matter be brought to the attention of the member's previous command so that future overseas screening will comply with directives.