Disability evaluation system and temporary limited duty assignment process
Subtitle: a qualitative review
By: M. Debra Keenan, Gail M. Wilkins
Contributors: Wilkins, Gail M.; Naval Postgraduate School (U.S.)
Publisher: Naval Postgraduate School; Available from National Technical Information Service
Published: 1998
Place of publication: Monterey, Calif; Springfield, Va
Language: eng
Number of pages: 194
Description: The screening and management of services members with medical situations that render them non- deployable and unavailable for world-wide assignability is a key manpower and readiness issue. The Navy manages service members unable to perform their duties due to medical reasons utilizing both the Temporary Limited Duty Assignment  process (TLD) and the Disability Evaluation System (DES). The objective of this thesis is to analyze the Temporary Limited Duty Assignment process and the Disability Evaluation System, identify' process inefficiencies, compile a reference document and assess the impact on Force Structure and the Individuals Account. An in-depth review of the steps in each process is provided with timeline flow charts. This thesis analyzes the factors that contribute to the amount of time a service member spends in a transient and limited duty status. The thesis also identifies the primary claimants and their roles and responsibilities in each process and analyze the inter-relationship of TLD and DES. An extensive summary of findings is provided with recommendations for streamlining the processes to improve efficiency.
Notes: "March 1998."

Thesis advisor(s): Stephen L. Mehay,  Cary Simon.

Thesis (M.S. in Management) Naval Postgraduate School, March 1998.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 187-191).

"Approved for public release, distribution unlimited"--Cover.

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