Where is a service member referred if an assignment or deployment is stopped due to a medical reason?

• A. MEB
• B. DAWG
• C. PEB
• D. Deployment Review Board

Answer: (B)

When a deployment or assignment is halted for medical reasons, the service member is referred to the Deployment Availability Working Group. The DAWG reviews the medical condition in relation to deployment needs, determines whether the member can be returned to duty, requires medical care, or should be reassigned, and coordinates the next steps to keep a path forward for deployment readiness and patient welfare.

Medical Evaluation Board evaluates whether a member is fit for continued active duty and can lead to cases moving toward a disability evaluation, while a Physical Evaluation Board handles disability ratings and potential retirement. Deployment Review Board handles different deployment-related issues and isn’t the process used for stopping a deployment due to medical reasons.