How to Pass MEPS: The Ultimate Guide

[@alejandramonaghan4854]

"Don't worry" was all i needed to be told.

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

I promise you have nothing to worry about

[@derickkenyon6882]

Going to MEPS in 2 days. Good information man, much appreciated

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Thanks man! I appreciate that . You excited ?

[@rofowleo]

I already went to meps but didn’t swear in because the school I went to the Marine Corps has this new tier system where if you go to a tier 2 (charter or private school ) you have to have your HS Diploma in hand, well my recruiters had no idea about this. So I was sent home after I was asvab and med qualified. Now I have my HS Diploma and I am going back to MEPS. But between the time I went before and now had an ATV accident and had a concussion, skull fracture, and a nice scar my forehead. My recruiters told me there is no way to hide that scar. So I have to go down the med packet route. Luckily I have no permanent trauma or condition from this, and also my skull fracture healed naturally meaning no surgery required. I submitted my hospital records day of the accident and a follow up from my primary care doctor who said I am fit for everyday activity and there is nothing wrong with me. Waiting for MEPS to comeback with their verdict. Recruiter told me it will either be he's good " or "need more paperwork” I don't see why they would need more. The hospital never asked for follow up care because it would heal on it's own. I have no light ty, no headaches. Nothing, just a slight crack of my head and my first concussion in the 19 years I have lived here. I am very confident because my only dream since I was 6 years old was to become a United States Marine. I’ll keep you updated. Semper Fi

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

This is great info to let people know this. Thanks 🙏 good luck bud

[@ChristisLord1917]

Judging by your profile picture you made it congrats

[@jamilsalih9724]

You know what MEPS stands for right Soldier ? Military Entry Prevention Station

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

It should stand for that lol 😂 it’s processing

[@jamilsalih9724]

@@josephthemilitarycoach if everyone told the truth at MEPS it would be just JROTC nerds and weird ass home school kids in the service . " Fuck. That .Shit ! " Jamie Foxx in Jarhead

[@johnpirate9501]

@@jamilsalih9724 lol

[@uncivilized_jack5366]

Man you deserve way more support keep it up

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Aww thanks for your support ! 🙏 do you have any questions I can answer for you ?

[@uncivilized_jack5366]

@@josephthemilitarycoach not really just do you have any websites to practice the asvap?

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

@@uncivilized_jack5366 I’m dropping a video on it on Wednesday or Thursday . Look out for that ! But I highly r commend for math “momentrix” “grammar hero” on KZbin ! And asvab beast !

[@uncivilized_jack5366]

@@josephthemilitarycoach okay thanks man

[@arianebolt1575]

Nobody: Recruit: No

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Lmao 😂

[@tripodcatz5532]

Perez here is making everything sound easy, but reality check here people: the coefficient of cubical expansion and curvilinear motion equations part of the math test alone will disqualify 98 percent of applicants right away. And don't even get me started on the very short wavelength electromagnetic radiation emitted by decaying nuclei essay question that requires proof of theorem with no less than 10 full pages of written answers.

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

lol 😆 thanks for elaborating

[@derekgann9408]

I am taking the PiCat today. Tomorrow and Tuesday I will be off on the journey to MEPs! Hope I pass and qualify for 18X!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

I promise you’ll do fine just remember what I said in this video ! Let me know if you have any questions

[@FrankeeTJ]

You!(!

[@fioredemarinis695]

I have meps Thursday! Wish me luck.

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Good luck bro it’s easy you’ll be fine

[@MonsterYZFR3]

I dq’d with hearing loss i didn’t know i have, going to submit waivers for it and hopefully get through

[@Mrhehanglow]

Just passed yesterday thanks to this… 11B leaving Jan 24

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

11b . Nice . Well good luck on your venture. Let me know if you have any questions .!

[@tnsslakk2848]

Lol I do to

[@Mrhehanglow]

@@tnsslakk2848 dude what’s your number 😂

[@tnsslakk2848]

@@Mrhehanglow add me on Instagram @tns_onem

[@tnsslakk2848]

@@Mrhehanglow where you went to meps because we might of sworn in together

[@janessachacon4085]

I have a horizontal line on my mid to lower back that I noticed after I had my son 5 almost 6 years ago. I’ve never had surgery or any accidents so I’m not sure what happened. I plan on taking the PICAT very soon then from there verify in Fresno and then go to MEPS in San Jose. My recruiter told me it’ll be okay but I’m kinda freaking out that they are going to press me about it and think it’s a surgery scar.

[@feelsweirdman2699]

If it’s not visible on your body it did not happen, if there’s no medical documentation it did not happen, if you have some kind of scar make a good alibi they do not care about scrapes or anything that’s not medical surgery/ self harm

[@jaysenxo]

I got to MEPS this Monday, wish me luck

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Good luck bro you got this let me know if you have any questions

[@magg_2k2]

I’m not worried about anything besides my vision, it is bad but correctable to 20/20 with glasses/contacts. I also have an astigmatism in my left eye. Should I be worried about going to MEPS?

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

No you shouldn’t be worried. If you can drive and pass the test then you should be good

[@magg_2k2]

@@josephthemilitarycoach thank you

[@boombocxproductions1634]

Headed to the Hotel Now, MEPs in the a.m! Wish me luck!

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Good luck 🍀

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Good luck 🍀

[@AYGIR34]

At MEPS right now and can't sleep because I'm so nervous. I have radioulnar synostosis in my left arm which affects suppnation (rotation to palm up) however, the Army only requires 45 degrees of suppnation, which I can do. I have also played baseball my entire life without any hinderances. Am I good? Would something like that still be waiverable if deemed necessary?

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Don’t be nervous you got this

[@oxspc]

any update?

[@AYGIR34]

Thanks for asking. Turns out the synostosis was actually waiverable surprisingly. Mainly because none of the doctors had even heard of this condition much less seen it due to it's rarity.

[@skylasilva5586]

It’s not even a question on the medical form but the doctor asked if I EVER had covid so I said yes because it was 8 months ago and I didn’t get to swear in that day 🤦🏻‍♀️ and they are making it difficult for me to go back instead of asking for a simple negative test.

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Damn you should of talked to me first . Always say no to them. They always try to avoid getting as much people in the army as possible

[@flawless_Cowboy]

I said yes to that question and I still got to swear in 💀💀

[@spookypizzas]

Freindly reminder before making a video look over your uniform your nametape is bothering me

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Video is old. I been learned the lesson lol but thanks for caring

[@user-fp1of2qg6q]

I go to MEPS next week and I’m terrified. I have faint sh scars on my right arm and right thigh that i did once when I was 11. I was too young to know what I was doing. I didn’t put that I had sh scars on my application because I didn’t think they were noticeable and I have no mental health issues, but I’m still scared I will be disqualified and I hear waivers are hard to come by. Any advice you can offer on MEPS or waivers? I have a very high ASVAB score and I’m choosing an MOS with a bonus if that helps my case with the waiver at all.

[@allisonstreety5771]

How did it go

[@bradshea9437]

I have previous acl and meniscus reconstruction and have some what flat feet, I’m pretty much guaranteed to be disqualified 😂

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Lol

[@makhaipennington8214]

I had asthma as a baby but not anymore do you think they’ll hold me back if the see it on Genesis I also had testicular tortion surgery at 12 they switched my balls around but it doesn’t affect me at all can I still join?

[@anthonySegovia-cy3tj]

Should I disclose at meps an expunged juvenile charge if I had disclosed it with my recruiter previously and got a waiver for a moral infraction?

[@dawnmosy4538]

No, if it was expunged then your all good.

[@destinywalker3197]

Hi i have a question i want to join the army but im just worried about meps, and why im worried because of little scars , i got a scar by my eye and one under my chin also one on my arm (not surgery related just simply kid stuff but i did needed stitches) so do I mention it or no ?

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Nope don't mention nothing unless they ask

[@destinywalker3197]

@@josephthemilitarycoach not even my recruiter?

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

@@destinywalker3197 you can tell your recruiter. Your recruiter only wants to get you in by all means.

[@vic827]

Do meps pull your medical record or any record? Like hospital visits or sum or do they just go off what you tell them?

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

no they don't pull anything. all they do is try to get you to say something that you shouldn't or should say. leave out anything that you don't have documents on if you could

[@vic827]

@@josephthemilitarycoach ok great thank you and you are very cool for a “old” guy

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

@@vic827 😂

[@Brycehill7]

@@josephthemilitarycoach so your telling the truth? They don’t pull anything unless you tell them or snitch on yourself?

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

@@Brycehill7 that’s correct 100% so just stay calm and carry on lol you got this

[@OFx1999]

Got meps in a few hours wish me luck on my tape😰😰

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

good luck !!

[@OFx1999]

@joseph Perez thanks man! I passed! Meps wasn’t even that bad just long but I passed and I ship out July 19th appreciate the love brotha✊🏽✊🏽

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

@@OFx1999 nice man congrats !!! 🍾🎊🎈🎉 I’m happy for you. Thanks for the love ❤️

[@ceedotup]

I’m at meps right now.

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

how did it go?

[@ceedotup]

@@josephthemilitarycoach I passed meps, I’m waiting on a tattoo waiver, and then I pick my job and get my ship date.

[@yudahel8521]

@@ceedotup u in or still waiting

[@yudahel8521]

Did u cut your hair before Meps?

[@ceedotup]

@@yudahel8521 My waiver didn’t go through, so I’ve been getting laser tattoo removal for my hand. (5-8 sessions) I’m about to start my 4th session. It’s every 4-6 weeks. So I get it every month on a set date I wait 4 weeks. Sometimes 5. But I have everything as far as meps, done. I didn’t cut my hair yet, I’ll cut them 2 weeks before I leave. Fyi: meps is ALL DAY. You wake up at the hotel at 5am.. get on the bus, head to meps, and from about 5:30am you there… I didn’t get home until 7pm.. but about 3-4 of those hours was at the end. They got a waiting room with a tv and ps4 and board games and stuff. I played the ps4 for about 2 hours and took a 1 or 2 hour nap. But most of that time is strictly business. And I mean.. strictly..business. No joking around. Barely talking to others. I’ve only spoke to people a few times, like when the officers and office people weren’t around. The moment they come around every knew it talking time was over, also if you are gonna talk You gotta whisper. Don’t be loud at all. At any time. Your there to get in, not make friends.

[@Reaper-ti2db]

I have 1 kidney since birth but i been fine my whole life im 10% body fat 175lbs very athletic healthy should i lie or will they see my scar on my side ? Its small but noticeable if checking my whole body

[@slimothyjames6034]

You should be fine but probably run it by your recruiter first and see what he wants you to do

[@fallen1805]

What about genesis ?

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

no idea lol

[@bcb2237]

At meps right now.

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Lol 👍🏼 nice! Good luck . And stay calm

[@aceboogie1160]

I’m going to meps soon i and just diagnosed with something what should I do

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

If you have all your documents then no need to worry . However if you don’t want the hassle depending on how bad the diagnosis just fail to mention it. However I always recommend that you tell the truth. The choice is always yours at the end of the day

[@austinlanier2297]

Does acid reflux or gerd have any affect on getting approved? I’ve been watching what I eat and exercising and it hasn’t been as bad as it has been in the past.

[@RICA589]

If it’s not on paper. You DONT have it

[@austinlanier2297]

@@RICA589 it is on paper sadly. Had it diagnosed by the doctor a few months ago

[@genesisgaming2584]

Ive seen a therapist when I was like 13, I was never diagnosed with anything but should I tell them I never seen a therapist?

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Nope don’t tell them that . Don’t tell them nothing unless they know for sure from recruiter

[@topvulture8568]

What if you have scoliosis

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

dont do anything you know you shouldn't be doing

[@Taco-jitsu]

I train jiujitsu and my last part of my pinky on my left hand is a little bent forward due to it getting jammed. Never got it looked at but its fully functional just not all the way straight. Should I tell my recruiter or just keep quiet? Thanks!

[@ZanatosNyx]

Yes

[@feelsweirdman2699]

tell your recruiter everything, they will guide you on what to leave out or be honest about at meps

[@jackp.richardson6415]

More people like you are needed in the military. Good luck to anyone going through MEPS, just be honest & don’t tell them anything you didn’t tell your recruiter.

[@taytayshaniqua.8686]

I went to meps yesterday with a breeze and thanks to my recruiters i knew what to say

[@thecherrysviewthecherrysvi3187]

Just remember this one fact your career is what you make it so font get caught up in different unit drama do your job and become the best st it

[@zarielrivera7105]

Yeah! I went to MEPS just this week, passed. All went well and I am now in the DEP pool for the Air Force!

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

I’m so happy for you!! Good stuff!!

[@zarielrivera7105]

@@josephthemilitarycoachThank you! Your videos helped ease my worry, for me it wasn't too hard but the advice you gave definitely helped!

[@LakeShowHighlights]

i’ve heard in the past people get disqualified for allergies. how do they know? do they do allergy tests or something?

[@hoy8039]

Dude congrats bro!

[@nadiathearmyandcoastguardw6423]

@@josephthemilitarycoach I have a few questions for you. the first one is I have a bunch of friends who serve in the USA Army. my question is I actually went to take my Asbav Practice Test a few weeks ago score a 70. and I have also recently a few weeks ago went to my own Primary Doctor and she did all the Physical Test on me. I came out great. so I submitted all my paper work to my Recruiter. I also went to my Dentist and came out good no cavities healthy. I do wear Glasses which I could see perfectly. but when I take them off I could see abit but not when I wear my Glasses. my friends who serve in the Army they tell me just relax they seen worst people go through MEPS with glasses and they pass. they actually said that I may need a Medical Waiver. my second question is. if I decide to take the PICAT test will I still have to take another test in MEPS? and will all the Medical Paper work I gave my Recruiter will that help me? my Recruiter tells me just relax that I'm doing great. and my friends tell me the same. they actually say that's a great start that I submitted all my medical records.

[@adrianbello320]

I have severe scoliosis and it’s kinda noticeable so when I took that physical they failed me because my rib cage was a little rotated and my spine was not straight. I never had surgeries but they still failed me. I would’ve been in the marines by now I did this when I was 18 and right now I’m 21. I feel sad all the time because this was always my dream and it was stripped from me unfairly.

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Don’t be sad you’re not missing out I promise

[@adrianbello320]

@@josephthemilitarycoach thank you for the encouragement sir. I used to feel a lot more down about it but I feel better now that time has passed. Also things happen for a reason, my mother recently became ill and I’m just happy I get to spend time with her and the family. I’m glad I’m not missing out on anything, I appreciate that. Also have a great day and thank you for your service! 🙏

[@Nickshady2254]

I feel bad for you buddy. Im no med professional, nor do i know you but scoliosis can be damaging down the road after getting beaten down over the years. Its still honorable that you made the attempt to join.

[@adrianbello320]

@@Nickshady2254 thank you. I appreciate you even responding to me. I’m trying my best to find other dreams but kinda hard when your biggest one kinda gets knocked off.

[@adrianbello320]

@@Nickshady2254 thank you. I appreciate you even responding to me. I’m trying my best to find other dreams but kinda hard when your biggest one kinda gets knocked off.

[@nicoharame]

I went like 1-2 months ago and I was just telling you how much you helped me brother I ship out July 7th as 11-X-ray infratry 💪

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

that makes me feel good bro. thank you. I am glad I was able to help

[@shandonward7401]

Yo I may see you if I get through meps. I ship out on the 26th of July. Good luck bro

[@rogerbrannon9832]

Displaying your ship out date on the internet and social media is actually an opsec violation and can get you in trouble

[@J_Explicit]

How has it been so far brother?

[@DUSTYBUTTCHEEKZ]

Man, back in 2006 they were just letting anyone join haha didn’t have games. Some of the ppl they let in man smh fo real thought they belonged in a special ED class.

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Haha that’s funny 😄

[@bertrandlewis4906]

@@DUSTYBUTTCHEEKZ they should go back to that.

[@SPCPeeplesSoldier]

I go to meps today wish me luck fam thanks for the tips and I will be joining the United States Army fashoo ❤️💯🎉🎊🥳 and my birthday is tomorrow I swear in on my birthday

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Well I’m proud of you brotha!! Great 👍🏼 choice. Happy birthday playmaker!!

[@SPCPeeplesSoldier]

@@josephthemilitarycoach thank you fam ❤️💯

[@bertrandlewis4906]

I went to MEPS on 16, September 2024. I passed and I'm waiting for some waivers.

[@bval8138]

Awesome video! I have meps in a week for airforce... my throat is a little irritated from reflux... if they check the back of my throat and see that will that be a problem??

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Thanks for the feeeback man really appreciate that !!! 👍🏼 they don’t check your throat only a quick check and they don’t really care . So you shouldn’t have a problem

[@georgiaoutlaw4993]

I’m hoping everything is good with meps for me to join the United States Navy

[@Dr47godamnit]

How do it go?

[@codywalker5097]

Leave for Medical Meps Monday morning

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Nice good luck

[@genizahx]

I have sh scars, they are noticeable. Left wrist, right thigh. Im so worried ab it. Ive never been to the doctor for it. Even when i went to my yearly checkups doctors never questioned or seen them. But those scars happened bc i was insecure of my body when i was a freshman. Now im doing great better then ever i love myself. But im so worried my past will back fire me and ruin my goals to join the air force. Whenever i find a recruiter i will be at my best shape and pass my ASVAB so they can see im worthy and serious to serve and i can go through BMT. I just hope they see what i see in myself. I heard its hard to get waivers for sh tho :/

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

it is a little hard to get waivers, but you got this, did you get in ?

[@allisonstreety5771]

Did you get in?

[@flamingeternity4706]

Self harm scars are an automatic permanent disqualification unfortunately no waivers allowed

[@nokidama]

What if it’s something that requires a top secret clearance? Will that show something medical? Either way, my condition doesn’t effect me and it won’t effect them.

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

I’m not sure your question

[@Red_Head_____]

@@josephthemilitarycoach I have the same one I think he is asking if they are doing a security clearance do they check medical records

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

@@Red_Head_____ oh no they don’t check medical records . Just a background check , and credit check depending on what job you’re going for

[@alyshamadrigal]

Ok, so I did something as a juvenile but the judge cleared it off my records, should I bring this up to my recruiter?

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Yes for sure let them determine the severity of it and ask them if we can just leave it alone

[@mynameisasecret593]

Omg I’m having literally the same problem

[@deleon5522]

What you don't tell them will show up in Genesis. Its the health records database that they look you up in. Do y'all homework and bless!

[@ChicagoRealist773]

How did u make this 3 years ago for 2024

[@Dr47godamnit]

He can change the title on the KZbin creator app.. so that people now can see it..I’m pretty sure it’s the same concept as 3 years ago when he had made this video

[@alannajones9461]

I have small scars on my forearm from working in a restaurant kitchen (hot grease) they look better than they did. But still noticeable. I’m worried they are going to think they are something they aren’t. Should I be worried? And try to cover it up?

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Nah not at all , just make up a story or just say that . It’s not too much of a big deal

[@alannajones9461]

Thank you!

[@jenniferluna7599]

If I take citalopram for anxiety will I be disqualified? It’s not severe or anything.

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Probably not . You should be good

[@OnlyGainsPR]

so will they get my pharmacy record no matter what, or can i just say i dont have a primary care doctor?? i go to urgent care if anything happens...

[@whentherentsdue9672]

headed to the hotel tmr i pray i get through it 🙏

[@noahmeme2]

I was diagnosed with add as a kid it no longer affects me and I haven't taken meds in 6 years or so. I also have flat feet but the don't cause me pain.

[@wyattshattes4092]

I also have flat feet but I run xc and track with no problem

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

lol you the boss

[@cudakam3315]

Same all the way bro and I passed meps a few months ago and ship November

[@jadamorris6176]

I was 5’2 and 165lbs now I’m 150 and I should be at 145lbs but I go to MEPS next week😭what should I do to lose and maintain weight for meps and reception at basic

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

You got this 👌🏻

[@jenetgarcia1151]

I litterly have the same issue with being 5 pounds over. Did you pass? do you have any recommendations?

[@tokyot3232]

I lied my way through meps 💀 I got extremely mucky

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

crazy lol

[@Joseph-fh4oc]

Is it true that MEPS can pull your pharmacy records?

[@Mustypotatoes]

When I went in November no. What ever you provide to your recruiter and the papers you have that's all they will know about you. Now with it being 2022 now its possible because of the new rumors.

[@feelsweirdman2699]

New policy if you were ever prescribed something and they find that documentation it may or may not disqualify you, talk with your recruiter mention everything they will guide you

[@evasanford7586]

Hi I just went to Meps yesterday. They do pull your records back like 7 years. They had all of my prescriptions in my kit, so it is 100% true.

[@Joseph-fh4oc]

@@evasanford7586 Hi do you know where they pull them from? What did it say on the part where you signed to give them authorization?

[@evasanford7586]

@@Joseph-fh4oc I’m not sure where they pulled but it stated the name of the doctor who prescribed them as well. & I’m not sure. I signed so much paperwork over the last two weeks💀

[@_whoaskedtho_]

Maneee MEPS is nowhere near quick. The process is actually excruciating long.

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

lol definitely is

[@micahsmith5648]

I’m shipping out to bootcamp (Navy) 23rd of this month I took my physical last year July so I didn’t haven’t do another one the day I swear in last month I do know on ship day you get a mini physical and here’s my question the weight I gave back then was an estimate of how much I knew I always weighed but I’m pretty sure I was over the maximum weight required because I don’t remember for sure but I’m pretty sure I was tape tested for body fat you know? so if you are over the maximum weight but you pass the tape test and qualify within the body fat standards do you meet the Navy weight requirements???

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Good luck 🍀

[@1225michaelj]

Will you be disqualified if your partially color blind but can still see colors and know the difference

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Yes . It’s possible

[@breelynnhorton2030]

Have meps on Thursday and Friday this week. I'm scared. But I really wanna enlist

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Don’t be scared . It’ll all be fine

[@rinnegansensei3928]

Have you seen eczema waivers approved I don’t have it anymore and it was when one time I was when I was 10 (mild)….the Air Force is in the process of review but I’m thinking of going army if they deny me or don’t give me a consult.

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

yes you should be good

[@rinnegansensei3928]

@@josephthemilitarycoach much appreciated thanks 🙏

[@real_kev7250]

@@rinnegansensei3928 Hey I’m kinda in the same boat as you right now. I had eczema when I was like 9 years old but I don’t have it anymore and they asked for my medical records of the last seven years and I don’t have them because it was a long time ago. One of the doctors just said if I don’t have them my mom can write a letter saying she doesn’t have any of my medical records. How did your problem go and how is your process.

[@chrismatheny9206]

Does a full top denture and partial bottom disqualify you from joining the army

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

No it shouldn’t

[@chrismatheny9206]

@@josephthemilitarycoach thank you and thank you for your service I was already on the army and was at Ft benning for a month and 13 days at reception but they sent me home to get dental work done before I returned I will be leaving either November or December back to complete my basic

[@amiracleoneal4061]

I’m in the process of going to MEPS and knowing that they’ll check you. What happens if you have hemorrhoids or anything like that how would get around that. Like my recruiter needs all of my medical records and they’re trying to help me avoid the process being prolonged since I’m a high school senior.

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Just don’t tell them anything unless they know. Take the kite with you to the grave. Meps people don’t care whether you lie or not. Their only job is to catch anything out the ordinary

[@jetstreamgret2108]

@Amiracleoneal Kinda personal buti had a hemorrhoid when I went to MEPS last month and when the doctor asked me about it i said "whaaaaa? reallyyy? I had no idea, I dont even feel it" lmao and she was like "ok cool" no biggie.

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

We love the honesty. That’s what makes a great community 😊

[@coopi3756]

Literally 10 minutes away from meps 😂

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

FUNNY LOL

[@jonathansherwood872]

found this, and Im heading to MEPS in 3 days. Thanks for the info!

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Good luck!!

[@anthonyramirezz5929]

How’d it go?

[@smiley5oh]

ayee my last name is perez too. im at the hotel for meps rn. semper fi!

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

lol that’s what’s up bro!

[@smiley5oh]

1ST CLASS PEREZ just finished up at meps. best advice is to not stress it. yes sir, no sir, yes maam, no maam, and a smile goes a long way. dont stress the little things. if it isnt on your paperwork, it never happened

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

@@smiley5oh perfectly put 👌🏻

[@innovatorproductions8640]

I'm nervous but if you saying don't worry I got it

[@markm5772]

Can they pull all your records from when you’re a minor child? I have a meps appointment this month and because I’m old I don’t even remember anything from my medical history as a child .

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

they could do whatever they want if needed. its the govt

[@Jacob-27-03ash]

Heading to the hotel Monday hopefully it goes well 😅

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Good luck

[@lonewolfsim6837]

I ship to tomorrow nervous af but confident.

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

You got this just remember that it’s temporary. Make the best of it

[@Xanderlorian]

I cant find any information on this but I have gigivitus and some cavities, Doesnt hurt nor do I have any eating issues. Will I be fine or should I pay to get it dealt with before MEPs?

[@brittanyfeagin2191]

I think you have to be ready to go at meps.

[@slimothyjames6034]

you should be good. My teeth weren't the best either but again I didn't have gingivitus and cavities. There's dental at bootcamp that will take care of you for free, but that's for Marines. I'm assuming the other branches have dental too

[@kingslong5937]

I leave July 13!!! For airforce :) kinda nervous but ready!!! Any tips or advice for the military man?

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

how old are you? Just know that basic training is not the military. Life after military is way better than the 1st two months of basic training. keep focused. It will be hard really hard, to the point where you will get drained but rememeber, thats what they want you to be is broken down so they can mold you into a soldier. But i promise it is worth it. Just dont forget that it is temporary. Soon you'll be in the military and Basic training and AIT will be a thing of the past :) . Oh one more thinhg. start working on your running and fitness. you'll need it for the ACFT

[@kingslong5937]

@@josephthemilitarycoach I’m 18 but tbh I am going to push through regardless because I ain’t quitting and have to go to college rn this is all I got and u don’t wanna return to my small hometown with nothing to do but thank you for the advice will keep it in mind

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

You got this!!

[@chosen1381]

I go to meps next week tommrow I have to go to the hospital and get a record from last momth because I got the flu and due to me being out side I got prescribed influenza and Albuterol. Do you think Meps will do anything to me about that or should it be mentioned ?

[@brittanyfeagin2191]

My recruiter told me when I got prescribed an Albuterol inhaler from living on a military base that had hella mold issues, that it should be fine. They also look at if you got refills, how many, etc

[@chosen1381]

@@brittanyfeagin2191 I was suppose to go to meps today, but I guess the list was full. So I got put in for Wednesday to the hotel & Thursday for the physical. I got prescribed but I never physically went and got it. You think it should be a issue ? I only got prescribed because I had the flu

[@chosen1381]

@@brittanyfeagin2191 since meps does mrod where they check your past 7 years of prescribed medication, meps went and accepted me for the physical so my recruiter then told me Im fine. Because if it was a issue they would of denied me, so he said they look into your information way before they even admit you in for physical.

[@jaylahamilton7112]

meps tomorrow 😭

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

just take it easy, be calm and stick to the plan , whatever the recruiter told you to say and not to say, stick with that! you got this!!

[@nairobibatista1325]

Me too

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

What did you pick for an mos?

[@joseescobar2322]

I got a question, as long as I keep calm,stay accurate with my story to my recruiter I’ll be find, second question I’ve been in many military programs in school and I just wanna know your basically gonna be yelled at or something like that in that Category and my third question am I able to bring my old PT uniform clothes to use for the exercises or I can’t?

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Question 1 Yes you’ll be 100% fine , question 2 yea you always get yelled at but it’s nothing too serious . It’s just part of protocol no hard feelings . question 3 and no old pt clothes are not authorized you have to be in uniform with everyone else with the new uniforms . Great questions !

[@jacobkormos2948]

So if you used to take prescription medication for anxiety but don’t anymore it’s sorta like it never happened right?

[@laneystorey9526]

Yes, that’s what my recruiter was saying. If it’s medication that’s recent, as long as you didn’t put it on your application you should be good. Just say no no no at meps and you should be good to pass! Good luck!

[@feelsweirdman2699]

If it did not happen within the last 7 years it did NOT happen don’t let meps scare you they will not check for anything unless you give them reason

[@brittanyfeagin2191]

My recruiter knows I got prescribed a certain med but I never took any of it. He said as long as they pull the records from the multiple army hospitals I’ve been to, and it doesn’t show for whatever reason I’m good. If it shows I could get a letter from my dr clearing me which shouldn’t take long. And it was very recent too, like sept/oct 2021

[@AlanWilkins4]

Does anyone know if a bunion on the foot could disqualify you? I’ve really been stressing out about this, I’m perfectly healthy other than that

[@texansgregory5041]

Question they ask for medical records for my appendix surgery I gave my medical records I already went to MEPS my recruiter said wait for June 21st

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

I don’t understand your question

[@texansgregory5041]

@@josephthemilitarycoach should I be worried that I gave my medical records to MEPS

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

No you shouldn’t worry. Army is very lenient. As long as it don’t affect your ability to do army things like shoot , run , March , workout pick up things Etc you should be good .

[@CantStopMike.]

Dang, I have a scar on my cheek and I go next week to meps. I got it from a branch while riding on a four wheeler in the woods behind my grandpas ranch. Not sure if I should bring it up. I also told my recruiter I had no scars because after a while I forget I had one on my face and I thought I wouldn’t be a big deal. So, really I’m not sure what to say about it at meps. Also I never got stitches for it or had any surgery done. I just let it self heal.

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

dont bring anything up unless they ask, even then deny what it is

[@brittanyfeagin2191]

A cat scratched you.

[@QuizzzME]

Hello sir, my height 5.7, and my weight 125 pound. It’s disqualified me I have to be worry about this

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

nice man

[@dylan5310]

Went yesterday, got halfway done with the med part then got my processing stopped because I had a cold

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Jeez man you should of known that was going to happen. They not playing with covid

[@camrenkowal1864]

2 days before I was set to ship out, I tested positive for covid. They had me set back 40 days. Now I leave the 14th.

[@LakeShowHighlights]

i’ve heard in the past people get disqualified for allergies. how do they know? do they do allergy tests or something?

[@kaiya9599]

If you went to the doctors for allergies they know since they pull it up. Unless you lie or never been to the doctors they wouldn’t find out until they see it

[@aceboogie1160]

That’s will show up on blood work not no drugs

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

lol haha

[@nickaplayer4757]

can you get through Meps With No Health Insurance

[@angelicabarraza303]

Was at meps yesterday, they didn’t ask

[@kaiya9599]

They don’t ask for insurance or anything. They just look at ur medical records and ask some questions

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Yes

[@dontefairley3455]

How deep do they go for the criminal background check?

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

they go extensive, into youth

[@dontefairley3455]

@@josephthemilitarycoach oh ok do they also check your credit? Can you still enlist if you're credit is not good?

[@arkangeloadame4948]

@@dontefairley3455 You cant lie about that, even if something was expunged they can and will see it.

[@tiana8809]

Got MEPS in 2Days wish me luck guys I’m watching this few days before MEPS😢😢😢I got this🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Good luck 🍀

[@nstylez4354]

Lmfaooo you a real one 😂🤟🏾

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Haha thanks 🙏 I try to keep it 100 regardless the cost

[@parkerteague5688]

@@josephthemilitarycoach hey man I got a problem were my arm is Locke at my elbow and I can’t turn my palm up or down but it has never affected me in anything do u think they would fail me

[@nicholascampos3301]

I’m scared about my asthma and migraines, I haven’t used my asthma medication in a while but I do get migraines every now and then

[@bayleecessac5639]

Did you get in?

[@riiilynne]

Yeah except now they are doing pharmacy audits. A lot of people are going to get disqualified

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

THIS IS TRUE LOL

[@randomagon5123]

When I was a kid (probably middle school) my mom told our family doctor that I had asthma and ADHD. I got meds for both but never took them. I don't personally think that I have either one, and I certainly don't think either would effect my performance. I'm in fairly decent shape, and I can focus very well. Now It's my goal to get into the air national guard. Is this something I should tell meps and/or my recruiter?

[@jessehudson6229]

No, if you tell the recruiter about it and tell MEPS you don't have it you will be disqualified. If you tell both you have it you will be disqualified. Just keep it a secret, but they DO have access to prescriptions, so have and explanation about how it was a false diagnosis.

[@SedentaryArtist]

Listen to me: If the medication that they prescribed you was within the last seven years of your life, they now have permission to search your prescription records. If they find ADHD medication, or inhaler prescribed to you within the last seven years, they will know. As of 12/01/21.

[@feelsweirdman2699]

If it’s not within the last 7 years it did NOT happen, if you do not have these conditions as of present time then keep that story straight at meps, you do not have any of that, meps will try and scare you and bullshit you, if there’s no documentation it did not happen, if it’s not visible on your body it did not happen

[@MaCoop3r]

@@SedentaryArtist was it just prescription records that were added? Or is there more that they can dig into now? I am prior service about to have to head to MEPS soon to get back in..

[@Braxton-fv3id]

Mustard gas test will be the revealer if you still have asthma or not

[@yhnanthony]

Going to meps this month on the 20th

[@nickhasaproblem375]

Going to MEPS in 3 days. Nervous but optimistic.

[@project_zellaz33]

Same

[@ashtonhudson8275]

You’ll be fine if it ain’t on paper you don’t have it remember that, they will say they have all you’re medical stuff. They don’t I promise you got this

[@project_zellaz33]

@@ashtonhudson8275 bet bet 🤞🏾

[@nickhasaproblem375]

@@ashtonhudson8275 passed the ASVAB, got a 63 QT, 58 Mechanical, 65 Admission, 62 General, and somehow 80 electric.

[@nickhasaproblem375]

@@ashtonhudson8275 just got the physical tomorrow and then I'm home free

[@taylormanhanson9921]

Going to MEPS Wednesday!

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Nice bro ! What state ?

[@taylormanhanson9921]

@@josephthemilitarycoach Missouri for 11b!

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

I got a boss in Missouri. He said that meps station is not so great. Make sure you pay attention to everything you sign!

[@abrunis9825]

Going to Meps Feb 18-19

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Are you excited ?

[@defunct3880]

I have a rash, I’m not sure what it is cs I was never diagnosed, but I told my recruiter I didn’t have eczema or any skin condition. I’m scared to go to meps now

[@feelsweirdman2699]

If it’s not visible on your body and there’s no documentation from any doctors it did not happen

[@Reaper-ti2db]

At meps do they check every part of your body ? Like take your shirt off and look for scars

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Yes

[@debrahi9557]

I have some scars on my arm.. but I covered them with tattoos. You can still see a little redness. Will I be good?

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

you'll be good

[@oasissloth5745]

I have some scars on my shoulders from a whole bunch of thorny bushes will they disqualify me?

[@slimothyjames6034]

Nah dude as long as it doesn't affect your ability to perform physical activities etc. you're good

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Depends on who you get

[@alexvillela8601]

Going to MEPS tomorrow San Diego

[@josephthemilitarycoach]

Nice nan ! Just stay calm it’s a chaotic environment. Do you have any questions ?

[@alexvillela8601]

@@josephthemilitarycoach man I’m nervous for the fucking underwear olympics

[@oxspc]

going to meps tomorrow