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Could i re-enlist in the army after being medically discharged?
Stupid question i am sure, but about six months ago i was medically discharged before even getting to basic training. While i was at reception i became sick..[i thought was nerves] and found out i was a severe anemic. i was told if i could get my anemia under control i could re enlist.
So a few days ago out of a whim i decided to donate blood to the red cross, she checked my hemoglobin, which tell how much iron is in my blood, and glady said i was no longer an anemic.and my iron levels were really good. i was so excited!
So my question is, after going to reception and not going to basic training, receiving a RE code 03, would i be able to re enlist? Or no?..Thanks everyone..
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- Anonymous1 decade agoFavorite Answer
Under re-enlistment codes, you'd be eligible with a waiver. Chances are that you'd need to have a doctor clear you.
As for the Anemia portion of it, directly from the DoDI 6130.03 (what the MEPS doctors use for enlistment standards, it is disqualifying if:
"23.a: Current hereditary or acquired anemia, which has not been corrected with therapy before appointment or induction. ICD-9 codes for diagnosed anemia include hereditary hemolytic anemia (282), sickle cell disease (282.6), acquired hemolytic anemia (283), aplastic anemia (284), or unspecified anemias (285)."
Anemia is defined as a hemoglobin level of less than 13.5 for males, and less than 12 for females.
Hopefully you'll be fine. Good luck!
Source(s): DoDI 6130.03 National Guard Recruiter.