Which option represents a TDRL disposition that could lead to medical retirement?

• A. Return to duty
• B. Remain on TDRL for further evaluation
• C. Disability retirement
• D. Reassignment to a non-disability billet

Answer: (C)

Disability retirement is the disposition that directly leads to medical retirement. When a member on the Temporary Disability Retired List undergoes evaluation, if the medical findings show the condition permanently prevents continued military service, they’re moved to the Permanent Disability Retired List, which is the formal medical retirement. The other options don’t constitute retirement: returning to duty means the person is considered fit to resume service; remaining on TDRL means they’re still under medical evaluation; reassignment to a non-disability billet isn’t retirement and would depend on the broader assignment decision rather than a disability determination.