scope:

This Instruction implements policy and establishes procedures under Title 10 U.S.C. 1094(d) (reference (a)) to permit licensed physicians and other healthcare professionals of the Military Health System (MHS) who are members of the Armed Forces to perform authorized duties for the Department of Defense in any authorized location.

This Instruction applies to the Office of the Secretary of Defense, the Military Departments, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the Combatant Commands, the Inspector General of the Department of Defense, the Defense Agencies, the DoD Field Activities and all other organizational entities within The Department of Defense (hereafter referred to collectively as "the DoD Components").