Which of the following is NOT a standard TDRL disposition?

• A. Return to duty
• B. Permanent retirement or separation
• C. Continued on TDRL for further evaluation
• D. Automatic discharge without review

Answer: (D)

Understanding TDRL dispositions and the medical evaluation process determines what happens next for service members on the Temporary Disability Retirement List. When someone is on TDRL, they aren’t automatically discharged; they undergo periodic medical reviews to decide their fate. The standard outcomes after these evaluations are: they can be returned to duty if found fit, they can be retired or separated permanently if the disability is confirmed and permanent, or they can remain on TDRL for further medical evaluation if a final determination isn’t yet made. An automatic discharge without review isn’t a standard outcome because it bypasses the required medical review process that drives TDRL decisions.