MRMORANDUM FOR ALL SEPARATING MEMBERS



Separation Out-processing Booklet

(Revised 09 Nov 18)

412 FSS/FSMPD

Voice: 661-277-4281 DSN: 527-4281

RETIREMENTS/SEPARATIONS OFFICE HOURS OF OPERATION:

APPOINTMENTS: 0900 – 1100 Monday - Friday

First Monday of every month we are closed for Wing Training Day.

Final out appointments are by appointment ONLY!

No walk-ins for final out processing, Appointments only and MUST BE IN UNIFORM!

YOUR FINAL OUT APPOINTMENT IS AN OFFICIAL APPOINTMENT AND IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU BE IN UNIFORM TO OUT-PROCESS.

Virtual Out-processing Instructions: NOTE: PLEASE COMPLETE BOTH THE vOP CHECKLIST AND SEPARATION BOOKLET TOGETHER.

Go to Click vMPF Self-Service Applications link Option 1: Insert CAC Card into card reader enter pin. Click link at bottom of page verifying info. Under Most Popular Applications Click Outprocessing . Click Outprocess Checklist

*Note: Suspense dates on your Virtual Out-processing Checklist are based upon your projected departure date. If you have a short notice separation your Virtual checklist may already include overdue suspense’s.

Your DD FM 214 is now accomplished online.

Go to Click vMPF Self-Service Applications link. Option 1: Insert CAC Card into card reader enter pin. Click link at bottom of page verifying info. Click on Self Service Actions on the left hand side of the page. Click on Separations and click on DD 214 Worksheet.

*Note: If you have any questions pertaining to your DD 214 you will need to contact AFPC at DSN 665-0102 or commercial 210-565-0102.

MEMORANDUM FOR ALL SEPARATING MEMBERS

FROM: 412 FSS/FSMPD

SUBJECT: Instructions and Information for Accomplishing Separation Relocation Preparation Actions

1. This package is your first source in answering questions. After referring to this package, if you have any questions, call Career Development at 527-4281.

2. You must contact your relocation counselor 30 days prior to the start of your permissive/terminal leave date in order to schedule your final out-processing appointments. NO WALK-INS FOR FINAL OUT-PROCESSING. If you are not taking terminal/permissive leave, you must still call at least 30 days prior to your date of separation.

3. The documents listed on page 3 must be hand carried to final out-processing appointment.

4. Read this package in its entirety and refer back to it to become familiar with your responsibilities to prepare for out-processing. Extreme effort must be taken to ensure all the necessary appointments, including medical and dental, are completed prior to final out-processing.

5. If you plan to file a VA claim for disability, please contact the Airmen & Family Readiness Center at 527-0723. They can provide assistance in filing the claim through the Pre-Discharge Program.

6. Additional instructions are attached to help make your processing as easy as possible. Some items are informational while others provide specific instructions on necessary actions. We are committed to providing you with quality customer service; however, to do so you must help us by completing all actions within the timelines provided.

7. Failure to complete all actions within the timelines provided could delay your departure and the receipt of your DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty.

//Signed//

NCOIC, Career Development

MEMORANDUM FOR SEPARATING MEMBER

FROM: 412 FSS/FSMPD

SUBJECT: Final Out-Processing Appointment Checklist

1. It is mandatory that you call and schedule your final out-processing appointment with Career Development 30 days prior to departing on your PTDY/Terminal Leave. Failure to do so can result in the cancellation of your PTDY/Terminal Leave.

FINAL OUT ONE DUTY DAY PRIOR TO YOUR

TERMINAL/PERMISSIVE LEAVE START DATE.

Please bring with you the following documents/items to final appointment:

____ Medical Examination Letter (Page 4)

____ VA Dental Letter (Page 6)

____ ID Card Requirements Memorandum (Page 7)

____ AF Form 2587, Security Termination Letter

____ Individual Ready Reserve Requirements (IRR) Memorandum

____ DD Form 2648, Pre-Separation Counseling Checklist

____ Education Letter (Provied by the Education Office)

____ Supply Clearance Letter (Provied by the Supply Office)

____ Housing Clearance Letter (if applicable)

____ AF Form 988, Permissive/Terminal Leave Forms (Part III)

____ 2-Copies of Separation Orders

____ Copy of completed Virtual Out-processing Checklist

MEMORANDUM FOR _____________________________________ ______________________

(Rank & Full Name, Last 4 SSN) (Date)

FROM: HQ AFPC/DPSOR

SUBJECT: Medical Examination for Retirement or Separation

1. Departure of Defense (DoD) policy requires all members of the Military Services, including Reserve Component Service members who are separating or retiring after serving 180 or more days on active duty or on active duty (Title 10) orders for 30 or more days in support of a contingency operation, must complete a comprehensive Separation History and Physical Examination (SHPE). The SHPE should be completed at least 30 days prior to your scheduled departure, but no more than 180 days prior to your approved separation/retirement date.

2. If you plan to file a disability clain, you will start at your Medical Treatment Facility (MTF) Medical Standards Management Element (MSME). They will assist you with the process of filing your clain through the Veterans Administration (VA). You will initiate your VA Disability Exam through the e-benefits website at . If this examination is complete at least 30 days before your final departure date, it will be used to meet the SHPE requirement. If you are unable to complete your exam with the VA or choose not to file for benefits, please report to your MTF MSME within 3 duty days of receipt of the memorandum. Regardless of the location of your SHPE, you must complete a DD Form 2807-1, Report of Medical History. The form will be required by the VA when initiating your clain or the MTF MSME (or equivalent) prior to scheduling your appointment. A credentialed provider will review your medical history, preform a medical examination and complete all the requirements IAW AFI 48-123, Medical Examinations and Standards, Chapter 7. The results of the SHPE must be filed in your health record prior to the MTF completing the endorsement below documenting your clearance for departure. You may obtain a copy of the DD Form 2807-1 at .

3. If you have had a physical examination using a DD Form 2807-1, DD Form 2808, and and audiogram within 12 months fo your separation/retirement date, you may waive the SHPE; however, your commander must concur with the waiver request. Contac your MTF for more information on waving a SHPE.

4. If the medical personnel determine your condition requires review by a Medical Evaluation Board/Physical Evaluation Board (MEB/PEB), they will update an Assignment Action Code (AAC) 37 to identify this requirement to us. If you MEB/PEB is not resolved 60 days prior to your retirement or separation date, the MTF should take action to place you on medical hold until the MEB/PEB is resolved. If ths occurs, your departure/retirement or separation could be delayed. Additionally, delays to your retirement or separation date may impact your active duty and retired pay (if applicable), as well as other benefits and entitlements. Please contact your MTF for more information on the MEB/PEB process.

5. You may obtain additional information at TRICARE On-Line (TOL) at .

6. You must return this memorandum to your MPS Career Development section after endorsement by the medical facility. You will not be allowed to complete your final out-processing appointment without obtaining the required endorsement below.

//Signed//

AFPC Retirement or Separation Representative

1st Ind, ___________________________ ___________________

(Rank/Name) (Date)

TO: MTF

I acknowledge my requirement to ensure the SHPE is completed prior to departing for separation or retirement and I will schedule my evaluations as described above. I understand I will not be allowed to out-process without obtaining the required clearance by the MTF below.

_____________________________

Member Signature

2nd Ind, MTF

TO: MPS Career Developmetn Secion

The above individual has completed the requirements for the SHPE and is medically cleared for separation/retirement.

______________________________

(Signature - Medical Representative)

_____________

FROM: 412 FSS/FSMPD (Date)

SUBJECT: Veterans Outpatient Dental Treatment

1. Public Law 97-35, The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1981, and Title 38 U.S.C. Veteran’s Benefits, Section 1712, Dental care, drugs, and medications for certain disabled veterans; vaccines, limits eligibility to outpatient dental treatment currently provided by the Department fo Veterans Affairs (DVA). You will be eligible for VA dental treatment providing the following criteria are met:

a. You served at least 180 days of active duty.

b. You apply to the DVA for required treatment within 90 days of discharge.

c. Your DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, does contain a statement that a complete dental examination and all appropriate services and treatment were not provided by the Armed Forces within 90 days prior to your discharge or release.

2. Please acknowledge receipt and understanding in the 2nd endorsement below.

3. You MUST return this Dental letter to the 412 FSS/FSMPD at your final out-processing appointment.

//Signed//

NCOIC, Career Development

1st Ind., Member __________________________________ ______________

(Members Grade and Name) (Date)

I have been briefed on the eligibility criteria concerning DVA outpatient dental treatment and understand the provisions mentioned in this letter for applying for required treatment.

__________________________

(Signature of Member)

1st Ind, 412th Dental Clinic

Member (has) (has not) been provided a complete dental examination and all appropriate dental services and treatment (were) (were not) provided by the armed forces within 90 days prior to his/her discharge or release.

_____________________________

(Signature – Dental Representative)

MEMORANDUM FOR MPS, CUSTOMER SUPPORT

FROM: AFPC/DPSOR

SUBJECT: Identification Card Requirements for Separating or Retiring Personnel

1. _____________________________________ , is separating or retiring from

Grade / Name

the USAF effective _______________________. Reenlistment Code (RE) is _______. Please prepare ID card applications for member and dependents, if applicable, as indicated below:

a. ( ) Involuntary Separation (Temporary ID cards for 90 days).

b. ( ) Prior to ETS Separation. ID cards are to expire on date of separation as indicated in paragraph 1 above.

c. ( ) Temporary Disability Retirement List (TDRL).

d. ( ) Retirement. (For retirees who plan to continue TRICARE-Prime coverage and want to pre-enroll before retirement, they must obtain their retired ID Cards first). Obtain retiring members initials of acknowledgement. _______.

e. ( ) TAP Eligible.

f. ( ) Transfer to a Reserve Component. Expiration of Reserve obligation.

g. ( ) Appellate Review Leave. Temporary ID cards for 1 year.

2. Please complete the first endorsement and return to MPS Relocations.

//Signed//

AFPC Retirement/Separation Representative

Attachment:

Separation or Retirement Order

1st Ind, Customer Service ________________ (date)

SUBJECT: Identification Card Requirements for Separating or Retiring Personnel

TO: MPS, Career Development Element

1. ( ) Action requested above has been completed on ________________.

2. ( ) Appropriate ID cards have been confiscated and returned to military control.

3. ( ) Suspense file has been established to retrieve any ID cards which were not surrendered.

___________________________________

(Signature, Customer Service Representative)

MEMORANDUM FOR ALL MEMBERS SEPARTING

FROM: 412 FSS/FSMPD

SUBJECT: DD Form 214

DD FORM 214, CERTIFICATE OF RELEASE OR DISCHARGE FROM ACTIVE DUTY – The DD form 214 is an extremely important document showing your AF work experience and training. You must accomplish it via the vMPF. It contains information very important to you if you apply for benefits based on your military service under programs administered by the VA or the Dept of Labor. This information will be useful to educational institutions. An original copy will also be filed in your Master Personnel Record Group. In the future, if your DD Form 214 is accidentally destroyed, you may request a copy or address any other inquiries pertaining to your records as follow:

90 days or more Within 90 days of

after separation separation

Discharged Member NPRC (Military Personnel Records) AFPC/DPRSR1

9700 Page Blvd. 550 C West, Suite 21

St. Louis MO 63132-5000 Randolph AFB TX 78150-6001

Reserve Member ARPC/DSMPR Same as 90 or more days

6760 E. Irvington Place # 1700 after separation

Denver CO 80280-5000

NOTE: If you feel your records are in error, you may apply for a correction by submitting a DD Form 149, Application for Correction of Military Records under the provisions of U.S.C. 1552. AFI 36-2604 is the governing directive and provides for a period of three years from the date the error or injustice was discovered to submit your application directly to the appropriate board. You may obtain a DD Form 149 at any Military Personnel Flight Customer Service Section.

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