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Post-Deployment Health Assessment

DD Form 2796 · Department of Defense

Post-Deployment Health Assessment completed by service members within 30 days of returning from deployment. Screens for deployment-related health concerns including mental health, environmental exposures, and injuries.

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Where to Submit This Form

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Submit through your military unit's deployment health office

This form is completed as part of the Post-Deployment Health Assessment (PDHA) process.

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Complete electronically through the Medical Protection System (MEDPROS)

Some services use electronic versions through their deployment health systems.

Filing Deadline

Must be completed within 30 days of return from deployment. A follow-up reassessment (DD 2900) is required 90-180 days post-deployment.

Required Attachments

  • 📎 Deployment orders
  • 📎 Completed DD 2796 questionnaire
  • 📎 Medical records from deployment (if applicable)

Processing Time

Reviewed by a healthcare provider during the mandatory post-deployment health screening, typically within 1-5 days of return.

What Happens Next

A healthcare provider will review your responses and conduct a brief screening. Referrals for mental health, environmental exposures, or other concerns will be made as needed.

Tips for This Form

  • Be completely honest on this form — it creates a record of deployment health exposures that can support future VA claims
  • Report ALL exposures (burn pits, chemicals, noise, blast) even if you feel fine now
  • This form is required — it is not optional for returning service members
  • Request a copy of the completed form for your personal records

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