DA Form 5893. Soldier`s Medical Evaluation Board/Physical Evaluation Board Counseling Checklist

DA Form 5893, titled Soldier's Medical Evaluation Board/Physical Evaluation Board Counseling Checklist, is used within the Department of the Army to guide the counseling process for soldiers undergoing Medical Evaluation Board (MEB) or Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) procedures.

The form consists of sections where counselors record discussions with the soldier regarding the MEB/PEB process, benefits, and options available. It requires the counselor's signature and may include sections for additional notes and recommendations.

Important fields in this form encompass counseling details, options presented, and the counselor's signature. Accurate completion of the form is crucial for providing soldiers with comprehensive information about their MEB/PEB procedures and ensuring informed decision-making.

Application Example: A soldier is undergoing a MEB/PEB process due to a medical condition. The counselor completes DA Form 5893 to guide a counseling session, discussing the soldier's rights, benefits, and options available during the evaluation process.

No additional documents are typically needed when completing this form.

Related Form: DA Form 3947 - Formal Physical Evaluation Board Proceedings. This form is used to document the proceedings and decisions of the Physical Evaluation Board.