Current or history of cold-related disorders, including but not limited to frostbite, chilblain, or immersion foot
Current or history of cold-related disorders, including but not limited to frostbite, chilblain, or immersion foot
What This Code Means
Receiving DQ code D141.10 means the DoDMERB physician reviewer determined that your medical history or exam findings related to current or history of cold-related disorders, including but not limited to frostbite, chilblain, or immersion foot do not currently meet Department of Defense accession standards as defined in DoDI 6130.03.
This does not end your candidacy. Many conditions flagged under this code are waiverable. The next step is understanding the exact standard that applies to your situation and whether a waiver request is appropriate for your commissioning source.
Official Regulation Text
From DoDI 6130.03-V1, “Medical Standards for Military Service,” Change 6 (February 3, 2026)
“History of cold-related disorders, including, but not limited to, frostbite, chilblain, and immersion foot.”
“History of untreated acute or chronic metallic poisoning (including, but not limited to, lead, arsenic, silver, beryllium, or manganese), or current complications or residual symptoms of such poisoning.”
“Any current acute pathological condition, including, but not limited to, communicable, infectious, parasitic, or tropical diseases, until recovery has occurred without relapse or sequelae.”
“History of angioedema, including hereditary angioedema.”
“Current use of medication(s) delivered via an injectable or transdermal mechanism (e.g., allergy immunotherapy, transdermal or injectable hormones or contraceptives) or which otherwise require(s) refrigeration, unless there is written confirmation by the individual's treating provider that the medication or therapy can be safely postponed, discontinued, or switched to an alternative delivery system without adverse risk to the individual, if the current delivery method (or refrigeration, if applicable) is not available or not authorized during periods of training or deployment.”
What You Can Do Next
- 1Don't panic — a DQ code is not a rejection. Many candidates receive disqualification codes and still earn appointments to Service Academies or ROTC scholarships. Focus on strengthening every other part of your application while addressing the medical issue.
- 2Understand the waiver process for your path. For Service Academy candidates, your admissions officer initiates the waiver request. For ROTC candidates, your detachment handles it. You cannot request a waiver directly from DoDMERB — it must come through your commissioning source.
- 3Be the strongest candidate possible. Waiver authorities consider the whole person — academics, athletics, leadership, and character. The more competitive your overall application, the more likely a waiver request will be initiated and approved.
- 4Gather the right medical documentation. Specialist evaluations, treatment records, and evidence that the condition is resolved or well-managed can make or break a waiver request. Knowing exactly what documentation to submit — and how to present it — matters.
- 5Get expert guidance early. LTC Kirkland (Ret.) has guided hundreds of Academy and ROTC candidates through the DoDMERB process, with medical review support from COL Cajigal (Ret.). A single consultation can clarify your waiver options and develop the right strategy for your specific situation.