DD Form 2807-1. Report of Medical History
DD Form 2807-1, also known as the Report of Medical History, is a form used by the United States Department of Defense to collect medical history information from military personnel. The primary purpose of this form is to ensure that all military personnel are medically capable of performing their duties and to identify any medical conditions that may require additional attention or treatment.
The form consists of several parts, including personal information, medical history, and a privacy act statement. The personal information section includes the individual's name, social security number, and date of birth. The medical history section includes information on the individual's past medical conditions, surgeries, hospitalizations, and medications. The privacy act statement informs the individual of their rights regarding the information collected on the form.
When filling out the form, it is important to consider the regulations and guidelines set forth by the Department of Defense and other regulatory agencies. Data required when filling out the form includes personal information, medical history, and any additional information relevant to the individual's medical history.
The parties involved in filling out this form include the military personnel and medical personnel responsible for reviewing and processing the information provided.
Application examples and practice and use cases include ensuring that military personnel are medically capable of performing their duties, identifying any medical conditions that may require additional attention or treatment, and providing medical personnel with the information necessary to provide appropriate care.
Strengths of the form include its ability to collect comprehensive medical history information from military personnel, which is essential for ensuring their medical readiness. Weaknesses include the potential for errors in filling out the form, which could lead to delays in processing and reviewing medical history information. Opportunities include the potential for improvements in the form's design and implementation, while threats include changes in regulations and guidelines that could affect the form's use and effectiveness.
Related and alternative forms include DD Form 2808, which is used to collect medical examination information from military personnel, and SF 600, which is used by the Department of Defense to document medical care provided to military personnel.
The completion of this form can have a significant impact on the future of the participant's military career, as it is used to determine their medical readiness and ability to perform their duties. The form is submitted through the appropriate channels within the Department of Defense and is stored in their records.