What is the purpose of TDRL Examinations?

• A. To determine if there has been a change in the disability that resulted in placement on the TDRL
• B. To assign a new PEB rating
• C. To determine eligibility for retirement pay
• D. To schedule annual fitness testing

Answer: (A)

TDRL Examinations are medical re-evaluations designed to see if the disability that placed you on the Temporary Disability Retired List has changed. The examiner checks for signs of improvement, deterioration, or stability since placement. The main purpose is to determine whether there’s been a change in the condition that originally caused the TDRL status, so the next step can be decided—whether to continue on TDRL with an updated assessment, move toward permanent retirement, or, if appropriate, consider other disposition. This isn’t about immediately assigning a new PEB rating, eligibility for retirement pay, or scheduling fitness tests, though the findings can influence future ratings or status.