After the evaluee has been informed of the MEB findings, how many days does the member have to request an impartial review?

• A. Five calendar days
• B. Seven calendar days
• C. Three duty days
• D. Five duty days

Answer: (D)

Understanding when you can challenge MEB results hinges on the timing of the impartial review request. After you’re informed of the MEB findings, you have to submit the request within five duty days. The emphasis on duty days means the countdown uses days you’re scheduled for military duty, not every calendar day. This keeps the window short and actions timely while you’re available to handle the request.

The impartial review is a separate re-evaluation to ensure fairness if you disagree with the findings, and the request should be made in writing to the appropriate authority within that five-duty-day window, briefly stating why you’re seeking review.

Other timeframes are not aligned with this policy because the requirement is five duty days, not calendar days and not a longer or shorter period.