ARMY DIR 2025-22 — Army Recovery Care Program Reform
ARMY DIR 2025-22 governs changes to the Army Recovery Care Program and standardized entry criteria for all components.
- Publication number: ARMY DIR 2025-22
- Title: ARMY RECOVERY CARE PROGRAM REFORM
- Date: 11/12/2025
- Proponent: TSG
- Status: ACTIVE
View ARMY DIR 2025-22 on armypubs.army.mil
It establishes decision authority for SRU, DCU, and RMM entry and defines qualification based on medical conditions, provider diagnosis, profile duration, and duty limitations. It also addresses referrals, non-resident care, transitional support, and changes to recovery, reconditioning, and readiness services.
Applies to: The provisions of this directive apply to the Regular Army, Army National Guard/Army National Guard of the United States, and U.S. Army Reserve.
Topics covered
- Army Recovery Care Program entry criteria
- SRU assignment and attachment
- DCU and RMM referrals
- Complex and high-risk medical conditions
- Non-resident SRU care
- Transitional support services
- Comprehensive Recovery Plan services
Questions and answers
Who decides whether a Soldier enters an SRU, DCU, or RMM?
The decision authority for entry into an SRU, DCU, or RMM is the senior commander. (paragraph 4)
What standardized criterion does the program implement?
The program implements a standardized entry criterion for all components. (paragraph 4)
What qualifies a Soldier for SRU assignment or attachment?
A Soldier qualifies for SRU assignment or attachment only if they have a complex and/or high-risk medical condition, appropriately diagnosed by - or diagnosis verified by - a licensed DoD health care provider whose scope of practice includes diagnosis of the particular condition(s). (paragraph 4)
How is a complex condition determined?
A complex condition is determined by an aggregate clinical assessment based on the following factors: severity of illness, degree of impairment, level of case management needed, time and resources needed. (paragraph 4)
When is a Soldier considered high-risk?
A Soldier is considered high-risk if a qualified licensed medical or behavioral health provider evaluates the Soldier as posing a substantial danger to self or others if they remain in their parent unit. (paragraph 4)