Air Force Member Not Entitled to Reimbursement for Elective Surgery in Civilian Hospital without Air Force Approval
B-185887: Oct 15, 1976
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Air Force member requested reimbursement for elective surgery at civilian hospital without Air Force approval. Although he was erroneously informed that he would be reimbursed, the member is not entitled to reimbursement because adequate military medical service was available. (RS)