Which board determines fitness for duty after medical evaluation?

• A. Physical Evaluation Board
• B. Medical Review Board
• C. Retention Decision Board
• D. Career Counseling Board

Answer: (A)

The main idea here is that the decision on whether a service member can continue to perform duty after a medical evaluation rests with the Physical Evaluation Board. This board reviews all medical evidence and functional limitations to determine if the member is physically fit for continued military service, if they can serve with certain limitations, or if they are unfit and should be separated or retired with a disability. If unfit, the PEB also assigns a disability rating and outlines the recommended disposition.

Medical Review Board handles medical issues as part of the evaluation process but does not make the final fitness-for-duty determination. Retention Decision Board focuses on whether to keep a service member in the military, considering various factors, not the formal fitness decision after medical evaluation. Career Counseling Board provides guidance on career options and transitions rather than making fitness determinations.