What is the purpose of Navy regulation MILPERSMAN 1850-020?
The purpose of MILPERSMAN 1850-020 is to provide guidance and procedures related to actions following the approval of disability retirement for Navy personnel.

Who is eligible for disability retirement in the Navy?
Navy personnel who have incurred a physical or mental disability that is determined to be permanent or of a long-term nature and that renders them unfit for continued Naval service are eligible for disability retirement.

How is the determination for disability retirement made?
The determination for disability retirement is made through a Medical Evaluation Board (MEB) process wherein a medical examination is conducted to assess the severity of the disability and its impact on the individual's ability to serve.

What happens after a disability retirement is approved?
After disability retirement is approved, the member is separated from active duty and placed on the Temporary Disability Retired List (TDRL) or Permanent Disability Retired List (PDRL) based on the assessment of their medical condition.

What is the difference between the TDRL and PDRL?
The TDRL is a temporary status where the member receives medical treatment to determine if their disability improves. The PDRL is a permanent status where the member no longer receives treatment and is deemed permanently retired due to their disability.

Can a Navy personnel appeal the decision for disability retirement?
Yes, Navy personnel have the right to appeal the decision for disability retirement through the Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) process.

What benefits are available to Navy personnel on disability retirement?
Navy personnel on disability retirement are eligible for various benefits, including medical coverage through TRICARE, disability retirement pay, and access to veteran assistance programs.

Can Navy personnel on disability retirement continue their education?
Yes, Navy personnel on disability retirement can continue their education using various programs such as the Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (VR&E) Program, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, or the Montgomery GI Bill.

Are Navy personnel on disability retirement allowed to work?
Navy personnel on disability retirement are allowed to work, but they need to consider the impact on their disability benefits, such as the offset of disability retirement pay by earned income.