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M N Coppola1, R P Hudak, J D Bales

  • 1U.S. Army Total Personnel Command, Alexandria, VA 22332, USA.

Military Medicine
|August 8, 1998
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This study analyzed 8,301 soldiers in the Army Physical Disability Evaluation System (PDES). Congressional involvement, compensation, and board type significantly impact processing times, highlighting areas for system improvement.

Area of Science:

  • Military Medicine
  • Public Health
  • Health Services Research

Background:

  • The U.S. Army Physical Disability Evaluation System (PDES) processes soldiers with medical conditions impacting their ability to serve.
  • Understanding factors influencing the duration of PDES processing is crucial for improving efficiency and soldier support.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify key variables that affect the length of time soldiers spend in the PDES.
  • To provide data-driven recommendations for reducing the average length of stay (ALOS) within the PDES.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective analysis of 8,301 soldiers processed in fiscal year 1996.
  • Linear regression analysis using SPSS to examine the relationship between independent variables and the dependent variable (ALOS).
  • Independent variables included demographics, service characteristics, and PDES process elements.

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Main Results:

  • The average length of stay (ALOS) was 155 days, with a wide range from 1 to 2,052 days.
  • Significant variables impacting ALOS were Congressional involvement, component, compensation award, formal Physical Evaluation Board (PEB), and regional PEB.
  • Factors such as age, gender, race, and grade showed less significant impact on ALOS.

Conclusions:

  • Congressional involvement, compensation, and the type of Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) are critical drivers of PDES processing time.
  • Implementing targeted disability case management and enhancing transition assistance programs are recommended to reduce ALOS.
  • Optimizing the PDES process can improve the experience and support for transitioning soldiers.