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Periodic Health Assessment (PHA)

Date of Publication:

9/8/2016

Definition:

The annual comprehensive medical readiness health assessment that includes routine annual preventive health care screening, in accordance with regulations prescribed by the Secretary of Defense, that reflect morbidity and mortality risks associated with the military service, age, and gender of a Service member. The PHA is the basis for individual Service members to document their medical readiness to perform military duties.

Source of Definition:

DoD Instruction 6200.06: Periodic Health Assessment (PHA) Program

Related Glossary Terms:

Periodic Health Assessment Program | Periodic Health Assessment Tool

Last Updated: December 05, 2018
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