DODD 6490.11 CE-03
DoD Policy Guidance for Management of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury/Concussion in the Deployed Setting
| Organization: | DODD |
| Publication Date: | 1 October 2021 |
| Status: | active |
| Page Count: | 13 |
scope:
PURPOSE.
This Instruction:
a. In accordance with the authority in DoD Directive (DoDD) 5124.02 (Reference (a)), establishes policy, assigns responsibilities, and provides procedures on the management of mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), also known as concussion, in the deployed setting. See Glossary for definition of mTBI.
b. Incorporates and cancels Directive-type Memorandum 09-033 (Reference (b)).
c. Standardizes terminology, procedures, leadership actions, and medical management to provide maximum protection of Service members.
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