PAM 135-381 — Incapacitation Of Reserve Component Soldiers Processing Procedures
PAM 135-381 governs procedures for incapacitation pay and allowances for Reserve Component (RC) members.
- Publication number: PAM 135-381
- Title: INCAPACITATION OF RESERVE COMPONENT SOLDIERS PROCESSING PROCEDURES
- Date: 01/03/2021
- Proponent: G-1
- Status: ACTIVE
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PAM 135-381 defines incapacitation and distinguishes Tier 1 and Tier 2 pay based on military duty capacity and nonmilitary income loss. It covers claim initiation, eMMPS processing, review board procedures, validation, payment limits, and appeals.
Applies to: This pamphlet provides procedures regarding incapacitation (INCAP) pay and allowances for Reserve Component (RC) members.
Topics covered
- Incapacitation pay eligibility
- Tier 1 incapacitation pay
- Tier 2 incapacitation pay
- Incapacitation pay claims
- Incapacitation Review Boards
- Incapacitation pay validation
- Payment limitations
- Denied claim appeals
Questions and answers
What system records and tracks INCAP claims?
The Electronic Medical Management Processing System (eMMPS) is the standard system of record in the Medical Electronic Data Care History and Readiness Tracking (MEDCHART) platform for processing, monitoring, and tracking all INCAP claims. (paragraph 5)
Are INCAP pay claims retroactive?
All INCAP pay claim requests are retroactive applications. (paragraph 1)
How often must an Incapacitation Review Board meet?
IRBs are required to meet a minimum of once a month as long as a case is open. (paragraph 3)
How long is allowed to request reconsideration of a denied INCAP claim?
Members are authorized 30 days, from confirmed receipt of notification, to provide a formal (written) request for reconsideration, supported by documentation to substantiate their request. (paragraph 1-4)
When can an RC member sign DA Form 7574?
An RC member cannot sign the DA Form 7574 (Request and Certification for Incapacitation Pay) prior to the last date of the requested claim period. (paragraph 1-5)