MGIB Post-9/11

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Background info:
Prior service from 1990 to 1996, honorably discharged. Paid into the MGIB chapter 30. When I got out, I used $1300 of it, but not all of it before the 10 year time frame expired.

Current:
I'm currently looking at the HSCP program, active duty again, which would allow me to participate in the post-9/11 MGIB.

I have contacted the VA and have received a couple answers, but they don't really say that its an issue.

First answer they just reiterated what I wrote. The second, they just said if I have appropriate time after 9-11 I would be eligible. Yes, that answers it, but doesn't answer the question of whether I would be disqualified from it due to the chapter 30 utilization.

Questions to you all:
1. Is there an issue of utilizing the MGIB again?
2. Is anyone else in this same situation? What was the outcome?

I guess I'm concerned that I go the HSCP route, then can't get the MGIB to help out with school.


Thanks in advance!

 

[del Sol DOHC]

Background info:
Prior service from 1990 to 1996, honorably discharged. Paid into the MGIB chapter 30. When I got out, I used $1300 of it, but not all of it before the 10 year time frame expired.

Current:
I'm currently looking at the HSCP program, active duty again, which would allow me to participate in the post-9/11 MGIB.

I have contacted the VA and have received a couple answers, but they don't really say that its an issue.

First answer they just reiterated what I wrote. The second, they just said if I have appropriate time after 9-11 I would be eligible. Yes, that answers it, but doesn't answer the question of whether I would be disqualified from it due to the chapter 30 utilization.

Questions to you all:
1. Is there an issue of utilizing the MGIB again?
2. Is anyone else in this same situation? What was the outcome?

I guess I'm concerned that I go the HSCP route, then can't get the MGIB to help out with school.


Thanks in advance!

Using Chapter 30 does not preclude you from using the Post 9/11 G.I. Bill, even though it expired. The only restriction is that you can not receive more than 48 months of benefits from combinations of multiple programs. So, If you used 30 months of your Chapter 30 benefits, you can only receive a maximum of 18 months of the Post 9/11. I used all 36 months of my Chapter 30, and am now using my 12 months left of Post 9/11.

 

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Using Chapter 30 does not preclude you from using the Post 9/11 G.I. Bill, even though it expired. The only restriction is that you can not receive more than 48 months of benefits from combinations of multiple programs. So, If you used 30 months of your Chapter 30 benefits, you can only receive a maximum of 18 months of the Post 9/11. I used all 36 months of my Chapter 30, and am now using my 12 months left of Post 9/11.

Awesome! Thanks! That means I have at least 36 months of benefits which works seeing that I don't use it the first year of D-school.

One more question, different topic, if you will...

I just got results back for my cholesterol level. Its high, 240. Doctor says its probably due to stress. I also fasted, but the night before, approx 6 pm, had chinese take out. Not the smartest, but was hungry. This also isn't the MEPS test, just my primary. So I have time to eat plenty of salad, oatmeal and run.

1. IS high cholesterol a disqualifier for HPSP or HSCP?

Thanks!

 

[del Sol DOHC]

Awesome! Thanks! That means I have at least 36 months of benefits which works seeing that I don't use it the first year of D-school.

One more question, different topic, if you will...

I just got results back for my cholesterol level. Its high, 240. Doctor says its probably due to stress. I also fasted, but the night before, approx 6 pm, had chinese take out. Not the smartest, but was hungry. This also isn't the MEPS test, just my primary. So I have time to eat plenty of salad, oatmeal and run.

1. IS high cholesterol a disqualifier for HPSP or HSCP?

Thanks!

Enclosure 4 of DoD Directive 6130.3 lists conditions which are disqualifying for military service without obtaining a medical waiver. Under section 25 paragraph i, it says you will be disqualified if you have "Dyslipidemia with low-density lipoprotein (LDL) greater than 200mg/dL or triglycerides greater than 400 mg/dL. Dyslipidemia requiring more than one medication or LDL greater than 190 mg/dL on therapy. All those on medical management must have demonstrated no medication side effects (such as myositis, myalgias, or transaminitis) for a period of 6 months." Section 25 paragraph j says that if you are over 35, "Medically controlled dyslipidemia or triglycerides greater than 150 mg/dl" is disqualifying.

Here is the bottom line: since you are a man over 35 years of age, your LDL must be 200mg/dL or less unmedicated, OR 150 mg/dL or less while on no more than one medication without side effects for a period of 6 months. As almost always, it is possible to obtain a medical waiver if you do not meet these requirements.

Here is a link so you can check it out yourself: Department of Defense Directive 6130.3.

 

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Enclosure 4 of DoD Directive 6130.3 lists conditions which are disqualifying for military service without obtaining a medical waiver. Under section 25 paragraph i, it says you will be disqualified if you have "Dyslipidemia with low-density lipoprotein (LDL) greater than 200mg/dL or triglycerides greater than 400 mg/dL. Dyslipidemia requiring more than one medication or LDL greater than 190 mg/dL on therapy. All those on medical management must have demonstrated no medication side effects (such as myositis, myalgias, or transaminitis) for a period of 6 months." Section 25 paragraph j says that if you are over 35, "Medically controlled dyslipidemia or triglycerides greater than 150 mg/dl" is disqualifying.

Here is the bottom line: since you are a man over 35 years of age, your LDL must be 200mg/dL or less unmedicated, OR 150 mg/dL or less while on no more than one medication without side effects for a period of 6 months. As almost always, it is possible to obtain a medical waiver if you do not meet these requirements.

Here is a link so you can check it out yourself: Department of Defense Directive 6130.3.

Impressive. My LDL is below 200 unmedicated. I'm of the opinion that I am genetically predisposed to high cholesterol. Even at my most fit period in life, it was 167. Granted, I ate what I wanted. Now, I intend to eat oatmeal and salad, zero cholesterol until the physical. Should be fine, but good to know that I have room.

Thanks for the reference and answers!