ࡱ> q` !bjbjqPqP 4::PPPPPPPd 8DЭ$d:,>j~ $hTPڿ,,ڿڿPP4ZBBBڿdPPBڿBB:#,PP  7 >O XYRRFRRP4"B|xbXڿڿڿڿdddyh%dddhdddPPPPPP Section A. General Information on Service Records  PRIVATE INFOTYPE="OTHER" Overview In this SectionThis section contains the following topics: TopicTopic NameSee Page1General Information on Service Treatment Records (STRs)2-A-22Protecting Service Records2-A-73National Personnel Records Center (NPRC)2-A-114General Information on the Records Management Center (RMC)2-A-145RMC Workflow2-A-196General Information on Routinely Available Service Records2-A-227DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty2-A-258Reports of Casualty2-A-279Requests for Records Made by Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Centers (VAMCs)2-A-30 1. General Information on Service Treatment Records (STRs)  PRIVATE INFOTYPE="OTHER"  IntroductionThis topic contains general information on service treatment records (STRs), including the definition of service treatment records (STRs) when STRs are provided at the time of separation filing STRs received after separation handling supplemental STRs handling unassociated STRs returning STRs to the service departments or National Personnel Records Center (NPRC), and responding to requests from National Guard and Reserve units. Change DateAugust 13, 2009 a. Definition: STRsService treatment records (STRs) are the military health records for each veteran and typically include physical examinations, including entrance and discharge physical examinations, as needed the veterans medical history all dental examinations and records clinical record cover sheets and summaries entries from outpatient medical and dental treatments physical profiles medical board proceedings, and prescriptions for eyeglasses and orthopedic footwear. Continued on next page  STYLEREF "Map Title" 1. General Information on Service Treatment Records (STRs), Continued  STYLEREF "Block Label" a. Definition: STRs (continued)Important: The STRs do not include inpatient treatment (clinical) records (clinicals) finance records mental health records, or the Military Personnel Record Jacket (MPRJ), which may contain physical profiles and medical board proceedings. Note: If a service member obtains treatment off-base, at a civilian facility, any medical or mental health records that are created during the course of treatment are not automatically associated with the service members STRs. Furthermore, these records are never forwarded for long-term storage to the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC), as are clinical records pertaining to inpatient treatment at military facilities. Rather, they are destroyed after a period of inactivity (five years for mental health records). b. When STRs Are Provided at the Time of SeparationSTRs, including entrance and discharge physical examinations, are provided to the regional office (RO) of jurisdiction if the veteran files a claim at the time of separation on VA Form 21-526, Veteran's Application for Compensation and/or Pension. Continued on next page  STYLEREF "Map Title" 1. General Information on Service Treatment Records (STRs), Continued c. Filing STRs Received After Separation If a veteran's STRs are received after separation, and no claim has been filed, perform a corporate inquiry to determine if a folder exists. Use the information below to decide where to file the STRs.  If BIRLS shows that Then there is a claims folder at another ROsend the medical records to the RO that has the claims folder. there is a claims folder in the Records Management Center (RMC)review the materials for any indication that the veteran intends to file a claim for Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits. If the veteran intends to file a claim, request the folder from the RMC associate the STRs with the folder, and input an O in the field labeled SMR on the LOCATION tab. If the veteran does not intend to file a claim, return the STRs to the RMC for storage. Reference: For more information on the LOCATION tab in Share, see the  HYPERLINK "http://vbaw.vba.va.gov/bl/21/systems/docs/SHARE85.pdf" Share User Guide, and LOC screen in BIRLS, see  HYPERLINK "pt03_sp03_ch02_secC.xml" \l "III.iii.2.C.19" M21-1MR, Part III, Subpart iii, 2.C.19. no claims folder or notice of death (NOD) folder existsforward the STRs, originals or copies, to the RMC for storage. Important: Never destroy STRs. Continued on next page  STYLEREF "Map Title" 1. General Information on Service Treatment Records (STRs), Continued d. Handling Supplemental STRsRefer all STRs to the rating activity for review and consideration, with the exception of additional STRs that are duplicates of records previously considered. Dispose of the duplicate supplemental STRs as follows: If the STRs were not submitted by the claimant, dispose of them in accordance with RCS VB-1, Part I, Item number 13-052.100, or if the STRs were submitted by the claimant, dispose of them in accordance  HYPERLINK "pt03_sp02_ch02_secE.xml" \l "III.ii.2.E.21.b" M21-1MR, Part III, Subpart ii, 2.E.21.b. Reference: For a description of supplemental STRs, see  HYPERLINK "http://vbaw.vba.va.gov/bl/21/M21-1MR/pt03/sp03/ch02/pt03_sp02_ch02_secE.xml" \l "III.ii.2.E.21.c" M21-1MR, Part III, Subpart ii, 2.E.21.c. e. Handling Unassociated STRsOccasionally ROs receive STRs without a claim for benefits. Typically, these are sent from the military separation center directly to the RO because the separating service member has indicated that he/she will file a claim at a later point in time. Important: Do not place unassociated STRs in the ROs military files. Use the table below to determine how to handle unassociated STRs. When unassociated STRs are received and Then a claims folder exists at another ROforward the STRs to that RO.the corporate record shows that no claims folder exists at an ROsend the STRs to the RMC with a cover sheet indicating that the records are being forwarded because Share shows no claims folder exists.Continued on next page  STYLEREF "Map Title" 1. General Information on Service Treatment Records (STRs), Continued f. Returning STRs to Service Departments or NPRCOnce a claims folder is established, never return STRs to the service department or NPRC without a specific request for their return. If STRs are returned based upon a request, always retain legible photocopies of them. Note: Ensure that the folder shows the date sent and the address to which the records were sent. Reference: For more information on returning folders on loan to VA, see HYPERLINK "pt03_sp03_ch02_secA.xml" \l "III.iii.2.A.6.c"M21-1MR, Part III, Subpart iii, 2.A.6.c. g. Responding to Requests from National Guard and Reserve UnitsIndividual Reserve and National Guard units may request the return of STRs directly from VA because STRs for all separating Army service members are sent to VA, including STRs for members of Reserve and National Guard units. Reference: See the procedures discussed in  HYPERLINK "http://vbaw.vba.va.gov/bl/21/M21-1MR/pt03/sp03/ch02/pt03_sp03_ch02_secH.xml" \l "III.iii.2.H.56.a" M21-1MR, Part III, Subpart iii, 2.H.56.a for responding to these requests.  2. Protecting Service Records  PRIVATE INFOTYPE="OTHER"  IntroductionThis topic contains information on protecting service records, including routing handling of service department records using VA Form 21-4582, Service Department Records Envelope maintaining STRs replacing or repairing STR envelopes opening STR envelopes handling fire-damaged copies of service records, and handling microfiche service records. Change DateAugust 13, 2009 a. Routine Handling of Service Department RecordsCare should be taken in handling service department records on loan to VA. Make all reasonable effort to protect the integrity, appearance and readability of the service records. Avoid marking on, date stamping, or punching holes in any records received from the service department, or removing service treatment records (STRs) from the STR folder unless necessary for photocopying. Exceptions: DD Forms 214 may be stamped or annotated to reflect verification of service, and may be reverse-filed separately for ease of identification. Protective envelopes may be punched or date stamped as long as the contents are not affected. b. Using VA Form 21-4582, Service Department Records EnvelopeMaintain copies of service treatment and other service department records in the claims folder in VA Form 21-4582, Service Department Records Envelope, which must be filed down to prevent loss or damage. Original STRs may be maintained in VA Form 21-4582, if the STR folder has been destroyed.Continued on next page  STYLEREF "Map Title" 2. Protecting Service Records, Continued c. Maintaining STRsService treatment records (STRs) are critical for deciding most claims for service-connected (SC) benefits. Exercise care to preserve and protect these documents against damage or loss. Notes: STRs belong to the respective service departments and are on loan to VA. The STRs are subject to recall by a service department. Various issues may prompt a recall of STRs, including a veteran returning to active service. Historically, STRs were referred to as service medical records (SMRs). This term will appear in many claims folders and STR encompasses any of the material previously designated as SMRs. The following table describes procedures specific to maintenance of STRs while in VAs possession.  STR StatusVA Procedure for Handling STR Folder and STRsThe STR folder is received from a service department.The STR folder is maintained in the VA claims folder. Do place the STR folder neatly within the claims folder. Do Not remove or rearrange documents from the STR folder unless necessary for photocopying, nor place the STR folder in a VA Form 21-4582, Service Department Records Envelope. Continued on next page  STYLEREF "Map Title" 2. Protecting Service Records, Continued  STYLEREF "Block Label" c. Maintaining STRs (continued) STR StatusVA Procedure for Handling STR Folder and STRsThe STR folder or STR envelope thickness is more than one inch thick, or combined with the claims folder, is more than two and one-half inches thick.Establish a separate volume of the claims folder in which to maintain the STR folder or STR envelope. Important: Annotate the outside of the right flap of the claims folder with indelible marker, identifying the location of the STRs in the separate claims folder volume. File and pull the STR folder along with the claims folder volume in which the STR folder is stored. A service department requests return of the STR folder.Photocopy the STRs. Stamp the copies to show they are copies of the originals and that the original STRs were returned. Place photocopies of STRs in VA Form 21-4582. File VA Form 21-4582, with STR copies in the center flap of the claims folder. Return the original STR folder and the original STRs to the service department.A claims folder is encountered in which original STRs or STR folder is filed down in VA Form 21-4582.If the STRs have not been removed from the STR folder, file the STR folder as described in the first block of this table. If the STRs have been removed from the STR folder and that folder has been destroyed, retain the STRs in the center flap of the claims folder in VA Form 21-4582. d. Replacing or Repairing STR EnvelopesIt is the responsibility of all personnel handling claims folders to repair or replace protective STR envelopes that have been damaged or are unusable because of wear and tear.Continued on next page  STYLEREF "Map Title" 2. Protecting Service Records, Continued e. Opening STR EnvelopesNever slit the sides or bottoms of the STR envelopes to remove records. f. Handling Fire-Damaged Copies of Service RecordsThe VA Records Management Center Liaison Office (VALO) routinely sends photocopies of fire-damaged STRs to regional offices (ROs) in response to requests for STRs. The original damaged records will normally be maintained at the Records Management Center (RMC). If VALO inadvertently sends the original fire-damaged STRs to the RO, make photocopies of the STRs for the claims folder, and return the original fire-damaged STRs to the RMC. Note: Historically, fire-damaged records were sent to, and held by the ROs. Those records should be retained by the RO. Claims folders with these old records may be encountered in which the fire-damaged records were copied carefully and the originals placed in VA Form 21-4582, prominently marked BURNED ORIGINAL RECORDS. DO NOT REMOVE, and the copies were made and placed in a separate records envelope and marked COPIES OF DAMAGED RECORDS. Reference: For information on obtaining service records affected by the NPRC fire, see  HYPERLINK "http://vbaw.vba.va.gov/bl/21/M21-1MR/pt03/sp03/ch02/pt03_sp03_ch02_secE.xml" \l "III.iii.2.E.26" M21-1MR, Part III, Subpart iii, 2.E.26. g. Handling Microfiche Service RecordsMicrofiche records should be stored in the envelope in which they are received from the service department and then placed in a large VA Form 21-4582 envelope to prevent loss or the records. Do not staple through the microfiche since doing so may destroy copies of relevant records. Note: It may be advantageous to make a hard copy of the microfiche medical records, if a claim is pending and immediate use is necessary, and keep them in the file pending resolution of the claim. 3. National Personnel Records Center (NPRC)  PRIVATE INFOTYPE="OTHER"  IntroductionThis topic contains information on the NPRC, including the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) records housed at NPRC STRs not maintained at NPRC how NPRC records are filed NPRCs Records Reconstruction unit using PIES to request service records, and negative responses from NPRC. Change DateAugust 13, 2009 a. NARAThe National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is an independent agency, separate from both the VA and Department of Defense (DoD), and operates the NPRC (address code 13) in St. Louis. Important: Although NARA operates the NPRC, references in this chapter to the service department include NPRC, since it is one of the most significant repositories of service department records. b. Records Housed at NPRCNPRC houses the following three main types of veterans records: individual health records, commonly referred to as STRs personnel records, and clinical records.Continued on next page  STYLEREF "Map Title" 3. National Personnel Records Center (NPRC), Continued c. STRs Not Maintained at the NPRCThe table below shows which veterans STRs are not maintained at NPRC.  Branch of ServiceVeterans StatusArmyDischarged, retired, or separated from any component on or after October 16, 1992NavyDischarged, retired, or separated from any component on or after January 31, 1994Air ForceDischarged, retired, or separated from active duty on or after May 1, 1994; Discharged or retired from the Reserves or National Guard on or after June 1, 1994.Marine CorpsDischarged, retired, or separated from any component on or after May 1, 1994Coast GuardDischarged, retired or separated from any component on or after May 1, 1998 d. How NPRC Records Are FiledNPRC maintains a registry of most individual medical and personnel records in its custody. These records are filed by the veterans name and Social Security number (SSN) or service number. Clinical records are filed by hospital name or number, then chronologically by year, or month and year, of treatment. Notes: The military hospital or other military medical facility that provided treatment creates and maintains clinical records. The hospital or medical facility normally retires its record to NPRC when there has been no treatment for two calendar years. Reference: For more information on the distinction between individual health records and clinical records, see  HYPERLINK "pt03_sp03_ch02_secB.xml" \l "III.iii.2.B.12.c" M21-1MR, Part III, Subpart iii, 2.B.12.c.Continued on next page  STYLEREF "Map Title" 3. National Personnel Records Center (NPRC), Continued e. NPRCs Records Reconstruction UnitNPRC has a Records Reconstruction unit that relies on unit records and other alternative documents to reconstruct records which may have been destroyed in the 1973 fire at NPRC. Reference: For more information on fire-related cases, see  HYPERLINK "pt03_sp03_ch02_secE.xml" \l "III.iii.2.E.26" M21-1MR, Part III, Subpart iii, 2.E.26. f. Using PIES to Request Service RecordsThe Personnel Information Exchange System (PIES) is the primary means of requesting medical and personnel records from all address codes. The submitted requests are electronically matched to NPRCs registry holdings weekly. Notes: Currently, requests for address codes 10, 16, 17, 25, 35, 45, 47, 51 and 52 are printed at the RMC and mailed directly to the appropriate locations. The VA Liaison Office located at NPRC (address code 13) processes requests electronically. The PIES/Defense Personnel Records Image Retrieval System (DPRIS) interface processes requests to address codes 11, 18, 21, 22, 13, 31, 36, 41, 42, and 55. If a user manually enters an address code when preparing a PIES request, it overrides the programmed routing logic, so the insertion of an address code should be limited to those situations specifically provided for in  HYPERLINK "pt03_sp03_ch02_secD.xml" \l "III.iii.2.D.21" M21-1MR, Part III, Subpart iii, 2.D.21. References: For more information on PIES requests, see  HYPERLINK "pt03_sp03_ch02_secD.xml" \l "III.iii.2.D" M21-1MR, Part III, Subpart iii, 2.D. For information on using PIES, see the  HYPERLINK "http://vbaw.vba.va.gov/bl/21/publicat/Users/Pies/PIESparticipantguide.zip" PIES User Guide. g. Negative Responses From NPRCSubmission of a request for records to NPRC after receiving a response indicating that the records do not exist or are "fire-related" is unnecessary. Notes: If NPRC eventually receives the requested record, which rarely occurs, it will forward them to the appropriate regional office. Submitting subsequent requests only increases the workload at NPRC and detracts from the activities of those who are attempting to locate records that do, indeed, exist. 4. General Information on the Records Management Center (RMC)  PRIVATE INFOTYPE="OTHER"  IntroductionThis topic contains general information on the Records Management Center (RMC), including records housed at the RMC what is included in RMC folders how STRs are filed responsibilities of the RMC recording proper record referrals STRs housed at the RMC how to request STRs, and how folders are handled when there is a reserve obligation. Change DateAugust 13, 2009 a. Records Housed at the RMCThe Records Management Center (RMC) houses all STRs received from the DoD and Coast Guard, except for STRs consolidated with claims folders, or NOD folders at ROs, and inactive VA claims folders. b. What Is Included in RMC FoldersRecords at the RMC include both individual health and dental records, and hospital clinical records that are already associated with a claims folder. c. How STRs Are FiledSTRs are filed by the veteran's SSN.Continued on next page  STYLEREF "Map Title" 4. General Information on the Records Management Center (RMC), Continued d. Responsibilities of the RMCThe RMC maintains STRs only for those veterans who do not have a claims folder located at a RO, or whose inactive claims folders are located at the RMC or a Federal Records Center (FRC) responds to all requests for copies of documents from STRs housed at the RMC, and returns STRs to service departments, when requested. Important: The RMC processes STRs received with a copy of the veteran's DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, or substitute form (i.e. memo to show reserve obligation, IRR, etc.) to indicate the veterans status. e. Recording Proper Record ReferralsThe RMC accepts proper referrals of medical and dental records from service departments and logs them into the Service Medical Records Tracking System (SMRTS). SMRTS processing generates automatic updates to Share. If a claims folder exists or is established, these records are forwarded to the RO in possession of the folder. f. STRs Housed at the RMCUse the information in the table below to determine what STRs are housed in the RMC.  If the branch of service is the Then the RMC houses records for veterans with a separation date on or after ArmyOctober 16, 1992.NavyJanuary 31, 1994.Air ForceMay 1, 1994.Marine CorpsMay 1, 1994.Coast GuardMay 1, 1998. Continued on next page  STYLEREF "Map Title" 4. General Information on the Records Management Center (RMC), Continued  STYLEREF "Block Label" f. STRs Housed at the RMC (continued)Important: The RMC may have STRs for earlier periods than those listed above. To determine if the RMC houses the STRs, check the BIRLS LOC screen for a Y in the field labeled SMR. g. How to Request STRs STRs are automatically requested through the Service Medical Records Tracking System (SMRTS) link upon establishment of a claim at an RO. Notes: Do not send any VA Forms 3101, Request for Information, to the RMC to request STRs. Service Medical Records Center (SMRC) (375), RPC (376) and RMC (376) are now at the same location. Reference: For more information on Share processing, see the HYPERLINK "http://vbaw.vba.va.gov/bl/21/systems/docs/SHARE85.pdf"Share User Guide. h. How Folders Are Handled When There Is a Reserve ObligationUse the information in the table below to determine how the folders are handled for the individual branches of the service when there is a reserve obligation. Note: If there is no reserve obligation, the STRs are transferred to the RMC. If the branch is the And the Then the ArmyDD Form 214 shows a reserve obligation date, and veteran is assigned to a specific reserve/guard unitRMC stores the originals. If the reserve/guard unit requests the originals, RMC will return them and store only copies.Continued on next page  STYLEREF "Map Title" 4. General Information on the Records Management Center (RMC), Continued  STYLEREF "Block Label" h. How Folders Are Handled When There Is a Reserve Obligation (continued) If the branch is the And the Then the ArmyDD Form 214 shows a reserve obligation date, and veteran has been transferred to the U.S. Army Human Resources Command (A-HRC) (formerly ARPERCEN and ARPERSCOM)RMC stores the originals.Air ForceDD Form 214 shows a reserve obligation date, and veteran is assigned to a specific reserve/guard unitAir Force sends the records to the reserve/guard unit directly. Note: The unit is required to respond to the RO within five days for a request for STRs.Air ForceDD Form 214 shows a reserve obligation date, and veteran is inactive or has not yet been assigned to a unitAir Force maintains these records at the Air Reserve Personnel Center (address code 21)NavyDD Form 214 shows a reserve obligation date, and veteran is assigned to a specific reserve/guard unitNavy sends the records directly to the reserve/guard unit.Continued on next page  STYLEREF "Map Title" 4. General Information on the Records Management Center (RMC), Continued  STYLEREF "Block Label" h. How Folders Are Handled When There Is a Reserve Obligation (continued) If the branch is the And the Then the Marine CorpsDD Form 214 shows a reserve obligation date, and the veteran is assigned to a specific reserve/guard unitMarine Corps sends the records directly to the reserve/guard unit.Marine CorpsDD Form 214 shows a reserve obligation date, and veteran is inactive or has not yet been assigned to a unitMarine Corps sends the records to the Marine Corps Mobilization Command in Kansas City, MO (address code 42) 5. RMC Workflow  PRIVATE INFOTYPE="OTHER"  IntroductionThis topic contains information on RMC workflow, including STR shipment validation all military records jackets filed rmc sorting of STRs The purpose of Service Medical Records Tracking System (SMRTS) service data entry into the corporate record, and the Share automatic update. Change DateAugust 13, 2009 a. STR Shipment ValidationAfter receiving a shipment of STRs, the RMC confirms the contents of shipments records the date of receipt of each STR provides acknowledgment of receipt of each shipment to the transition point, and attempts to contact transition or separation points if listed STRs are missing from the shipment, or STRs not listed on the transmittal record are received. b. All Military Records Jackets FiledService department health records are received from transition points in separate or multiple jackets for the same veteran. All jackets together represent the complete STR for that veteran. Each jacket uses the name and SSN for veteran identification. Note: The contents of all jackets associated with a veteran are transferred upon a single RO request.Continued on next page  STYLEREF "Map Title" 5. RMC Workflow, Continued c. RMC Sorting of STRsThe RMC sorts STRs for interfiling in the RMC folder bank, or transfer to ROs for consolidation in claims or lightweight Notice of Death (NOD) folders. All STRs to be transferred are sorted according to the RO to which they must be mailed and associated with a folder transfer document. STRs are copied and sent to the NOD folder only upon specific RO request. The in transit date is generated when the transfer request is generated and does not indicate the date the folder is physically transferred. d. Purpose of SMRTSService Medical Records Tracking System (SMRTS) is the RMC's computer support for recording STR receipts. SMRTS provides a uniform method for managing and tracking the movement of STRs into and out of the RMC interfaces with Share, and creates a SMRTS record for each STR received. e. Service Data Entry Into the Corporate RecordThe RMC does not enter service data into the corporate record upon receipt of STRs since that information comes from the Veterans Assistance Discharge System (VADS) and Defense Finance and Accounting System (DFAS) interfaces. Continued on next page  STYLEREF "Map Title" 5. RMC Workflow, Continued f. Share Automatic Update SMRTS processing generates automatic updates to Share. Share determines if a claims folder already exists. The table below explains the automatic update to Share. If Then a claims folder existsShare changes the STR folder status to in transit, and the RMC sends the record to the location of the claims folder.an RO establishes a claims folder for a veteran whose STRs are located at the RMCa transfer request is generated for the RMC to transfer the STR folder to the RO possessing the claims folder. Note: This automatic feature is only used with claims folders.no corporate record is found during the automatic update to Share of STR informationa corporate record is created based on the veteran's name and SSN. Note: The corporate record created may not contain complete service data, but the existence of the STR folder will be reflected on the loc screen.a corporate record exists for the service member whose STR is received at the RMC, but there is no claims folderthe corporate record is updated to reflect the STR folder location in Share. 6. General Information on Routinely Available Service Records  PRIVATE INFOTYPE="OTHER"  IntroductionThis topic contains general information on routinely available service records, including types of records routinely furnished where records are sent after separation, and return of personnel and medical records on loan to Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Change DateAugust 13, 2009 a. Types of Records Routinely Furnished Service departments routinely furnish the following records at the time of separation from service: the complete health record including entrance and discharge physical examination reports a copy of DD Form 214, and reports of casualty. References: For more for more information on DD Form 214, see HYPERLINK "pt03_sp03_ch02_secA.xml" \l "III.iii.2.A.7"M21-1MR, Part III, Subpart iii, 2.A.7 reports of casualty, see HYPERLINK "pt03_sp03_ch02_secA.xml" \l "III.iii.2.A.8"M21-1MR, Part III, Subpart iii, 2.A.8, and STRs, see HYPERLINK "pt03_sp03_ch02_secA.xml" \l "III.iii.2.A.1"M21-1MR, Part III, Subpart iii, 2.A.1.Continued on next page  STYLEREF "Map Title" 6. General Information on Routinely Available Service Records, Continued b. Where Records Are Sent After SeparationUse the table below to determine where service medical records are sent after separation. If Then the records go to the the veteran is not filing a claimRMC.the RO is involved in Benefits Delivery at Discharge (BDD), and the veteran files a claimBDD site.there is no BDD site, and the veteran files a claimRO that has jurisdiction over the base from which the veteran was discharged.Continued on next page  STYLEREF "Map Title" 6. General Information on Routinely Available Service Records, Continued c. Return of Personnel and Medical Records on Loan to VAGenerally, service medical and personnel records are retained in the veteran's claims folder in the absence of a request from a service department for return of the records. If a request in writing, for return of the records is received, photocopy the records and certify them as true and correct keep a copy of the request document from the service department. return the original records to the requesting service element promptly, and annotate the folder to show where the original service records were sent, and the date on which they were sent. Note: Photocopies of STRs are acceptable for the Air Force (SAF/MIBR) at Randolph Air Force Base in Texas, in lieu of original STRs, if the folder is being held because it is eligible for Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims (CAVC) review. Reference: For more information on making photocopies of STRs, see HYPERLINK "http://vbaw.vba.va.gov/bl/21/M21-1MR/pt03/sp03/ch02/pt03_sp03_ch02_secA.xml" \l "III.iii.2.A.1.f"M21-1MR, Part III, Subpart iii, 2.A.1.f, and the exchange of records with discharge review boards and boards for correction of military records, see  HYPERLINK "pt03_sp03_ch02_secH.xml" \l "III.iii.2.H" M21-1MR, Part III, Subpart iii, 2.H. 7. DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty  PRIVATE INFOTYPE="OTHER"  IntroductionThis topic contains information on DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, including when a certificate of release is provided copies of DD Forms 214 furnished by different service departments other notices of separation reports of separation furnished to Veterans Assistance Discharge System (VADS), and BIRLS records. Change DateAugust 13, 2009 a. When a Certificate of Release Is ProvidedA copy of the DD Form 214 or other appropriate certificate of release is furnished upon the veterans release from active duty, or if the veteran files a claim for benefits at the time of separation. Note: The copies are incorporated with the STRs shipped directly to VA to ensure that verified service data accompanies the STRs.  b. Copies of DD Forms 214 Furnished by Different Service DepartmentsA legible photocopy of Copy 3 of DD Form 214 is provided by the Army transition points, or Navy separation centers, and Copy 2 of DD Form 214 is provided by the Marine Corps Continued on next page  STYLEREF "Map Title" 7. DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, Continued c. Other Notices of Separation Other notices of separation are PHS Form 1867, Statement of Service-Verification of Status of Commissioned Officers of the U.S. Public Health Service which is provided by the Public Heath Service (PHS), and NOAA Form 56-16, Report of Transfer or Discharge which is provided by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). d. Reports of Separation Furnished to VADSThe following reports of separation are routinely provided to VADS: Copy 3 of DD Form 214, and photocopies of PHS Form 1867, or NOAA Form 56-16. e. Corporate RecordsCorporate records may be created or, in the case of an existing record, updated to reflect service information received from the service department. Share indicates the existence of a VADS record with a Y or a D in the vads field on the veterans identification tab. References: For more information on the use of the Share VETERANS IDENTIFICATION tab as verification of service, see the HYPERLINK "http://vbaw.vba.va.gov/bl/21/systems/docs/SHARE85.pdf"Share User Guide, and evidence of verification of service, see  HYPERLINK "http://vbaw.vba.va.gov/bl/21/M21-1MR/index.asp?id=pt03_sp02_ch06.xml" \l "III.ii.2.6.6" M21-1MR, Part III, Subpart ii, 6.6. 8. Reports of Casualty  PRIVATE INFOTYPE="OTHER"  IntroductionThis topic contains information on reports of casualty, including reports provided upon the death of a veteran in service development of in-service death from suicide actions to take by the Philadelphia RO interim reports of death reports from service department finance centers, and actions to take by the RO of jurisdiction. Change DateAugust 13, 2009 a. Reports Provided Upon the Death of a Veteran in ServiceIf a veteran dies in service, the following reports are sent to the Philadelphia Regional Office (RO): DD Form 1300, Report of Casualty, or PHS Form 2709, Report of Death of Commissioned Officer, and reports of investigation statements of medical examination and duty status, and/or reports of facts and circumstance. Note: The Philadelphia RO may also receive a DD Form 1300 when a retired member or Reservist dies.Continued on next page  STYLEREF "Map Title" 8. Reports of Casualty, Continued b. Development of In-Service Death From SuicideIf VA receives a claim for death benefits and the cause of death was in-service suicide, the rating activity must determine whether the veteran was of unsound mind when he/she committed the act. Consider an in-service death from suicide to be evidence of mental unsoundness unless the evidence establishes that the act of self-destruction was intentional. Generally, a person of unsound mind is incapable of forming intent, which is an essential element of willful misconduct. When a DD Form 1300, or other notification of an in-service suicide is of record, refer the evidence to the rating activity. If the evidence is insufficient for a rating decision on the in-service suicide, take the following action: Initiate development to the service department through Modern Award Processing-Development (MAP-D) or Personal Information Exchange System (PIES) for any records pertaining to an investigation of the circumstances surrounding the veterans death. Simultaneously initiate development to the claimant for any information or copies of reports or investigations pertaining to the veterans death. Important: The service department might not make a line-of-duty determination if there is no surviving spouse or dependent child who would be eligible for payment of survivor benefits. Therefore, supporting evidence such as medical and police reports may have to be obtained before the rating activity can make a mental unsoundness decision. Reasonable doubt should be resolved favorably to support a finding of mental unsoundness and service connection in accordance with the provisions of  HYPERLINK "http://www.warms.vba.va.gov/regs/38CFR/BOOKB/PART3/S3_302.DOC" 38 CFR 3.302(b)(3). References: For information about rating insanity issues, see  HYPERLINK "http://vbaw.vba.va.gov/bl/21/M21-1MR/index.asp?id=pt09_sp02_ch02.xml" \l "IX.ii.2.6" M21-1MR, Part IX, Subpart ii, 2.6. For information on the authority to consider mental unsoundness in suicide, see  HYPERLINK "http://www.warms.vba.va.gov/regs/38CFR/BOOKB/PART3/S3_302.DOC" 38 CFR 3.302. c. Actions to Take By the Philadelphia ROThe Philadelphia RO processes the first notice of death (FNOD) upon receipt of DD Form 1300, unless the FNOD has already been processed establishes a lightweight folder, and processes the initial claim for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation upon receipt of VA Form 21-534.Continued on next page  STYLEREF "Map Title" 8. Reports of Casualty, Continued d. Interim Reports of DeathIf all pertinent information is not available, an interim report is furnished to establish the fact and date of death for purposes of initiation and development of a claim. Important: The interim reports of death cannot be used as the basis for determining the effective date of an initial award under HYPERLINK "http://vbaw.vba.va.gov/bl/21/M21-1MR/index.asp?id=pt04_sp03_ch03_secK.xml" \l "IV.iii.3.K.49.a"M21-1, Part IV, Subpart iii, 3.K.49.a. e. Reports from Service Department Finance CentersThe service department finance centers supplement reports of in-service deaths by furnishing DD Form 1515, Pay and Allotment InformationDeceased Member, certifying the final settlement of allowances, allotments and service pay. Reference: For more information on the award action to take when the necessary information is provided, see  HYPERLINK "http://vbaw.vba.va.gov/bl/21/M21-1MR/index.asp?id=pt04_sp03_ch03_secK.xml" \l "IV.iii.3.K.49.b" M21-1, Part IV, Subpart iii, 3.K.49.b. f. Actions to Take by the RO of JurisdictionThe each service department forwards DD Form 1300 to VACO. The form is then routed to the RO of jurisdiction. The RO initiates contact with the survivor(s) to explain potential VA benefits, and to assist the survivor(s) in filing a claim for benefits. 9. Requests for Records Made by Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Centers (VAMCs)  PRIVATE INFOTYPE="OTHER"  IntroductionThis topic contains information on requests for service medical records and requests for service verification made by Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Centers (VAMCs), including how VAMCs should request service records correct form to use for records requests, and handling requests from a VAMC. Change DateAugust 13, 2009 a. How VAMCs Should Request Service Records VA medical centers (VAMCs) may use the Veterans Information Solution (VIS) for the purpose of verifying a veterans service. If VIS does not provide service verification, or if VAMCs require clinical records or other evidence from the military, they should request it through the appropriate RO. Note: It is VA policy that only ROs can request service records. Reference: For information on VIS, see the HYPERLINK "http://vbaw.vba.va.gov/bl/21/publicat/docs/visug2001.doc"VIS User Guide. b. Correct Form to Use for Records RequestsVAMCs should use VA Form 10-7131, Exchange of Beneficiary Information and Request for Administrative and Adjudicative Action, to request service records through an RO. c. Handling Requests From a VAMCUse the table below to determine how to handle a request for records made by a VAMC. If Then only verification of service is requested, and no claims folder existscreate a corporate record using the BIRLS ADD (BADD) command request verification of service via PIES request code S01 update Share when verification is received, and notify the originating medical facility. Continued on next page  STYLEREF "Map Title" 9. Requests for Records Made by Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Centers (VAMCs), Continued  STYLEREF "Block Label" c. Handling Requests From a VAMC (continued) If Then medical/dental records or character of discharge determinations are requested, and no claims folder existsestablish a claims folder process any adjudication determinations when the records are received (if necessary) file the documents in the claims folder, and notify the medical facility of the determination made. Note: If the medical facility requests to review the records temporarily transfer the entire folder to the medical center annotate the Control of Veterans Records (COVERS) transmittal: Folder temporarily transferred per 10-7131 dated [MM/DD/YYYY]. Return the entire file when the action is complete.     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