AR 135-381 — Incapacitation Of Reserve Component Soldiers

AR 135-381 governs incapacitation pay and allowance policies and entitlement reviews for Reserve Component Soldiers.

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  • Publication number: AR 135-381
  • Title: INCAPACITATION OF RESERVE COMPONENT SOLDIERS
  • Date: 01/03/2021
  • Proponent: G-1
  • Status: ACTIVE

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AR 135-381 covers program objectives, entitlement, eligibility, duty status, line of duty determinations, payment limits, review boards, appeals, and exceptions. It requires qualifying members to submit claims with specified forms, medical records, and financial documents, and sets limits on payment periods and amounts.

Topics covered

  • Incapacitation pay
  • Reserve Component Soldiers
  • Eligibility requirements
  • Line of duty determinations
  • Incapacitation Review Board
  • Appeal process
  • Payment limits

Questions and answers

What must a member submit for each incapacitation pay claim?

A member must complete and submit the DA Form 7574 (Request and Certification for Incapacitation Pay) for each claim.

What medical documents support an incapacitation pay request?

A member must have the following required medical documents to support their request for INCAP pay: (1) A valid military physical profile (DA Form 3349) covering the requested claim period. (2) A medical treatment plan from their attending physician or specialist.

What financial documentation is required for incapacitation pay?

A member must provide appropriate financial supporting documents to substantiate any gross earned, or lost, nonmilitary earned income during the period of requested incapacitation.

How long may an incapacitation pay request cover?

Requests for INCAP pay may not exceed a period of more than 6 months unless extended by the Secretary of the Army, or his or her designee. (paragraph 2-04)

What reduces the total pay and allowances received?

The total pay and allowances received will be reduced by the amount of any earned nonmilitary income (civilian or self-employment). (paragraph 2-04)

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