Fill out DD Form 877-1 online using our free PDF editor. Click the "Get Form" button above to open the document. You can enter text in all fields, check boxes, add dates, and sign without printing or scanning.
Step 1: Enter the patient's identifying information. Include the full name as it appears in service records, Social Security Number, date of birth, and military branch. NPRC uses this information to locate the correct records file.
Step 2: Specify the type of records needed. Select from inpatient, outpatient, dental, psychiatric, or consultation records. Enter the treatment year and the name of the facility where care was received. Include date ranges if known.
Step 3: Complete the remarks and signature sections. Sign and date the form, add a return address, and note any special handling instructions. Review all fields before submitting by mail to NPRC.
Related forms: DD Form 2870 for third-party medical record authorization, DD Form 149 to apply for correction of a military record.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can submit DD Form 877-1? Only authorized military treatment facilities may use this form to request records from NPRC. Veterans and family members must request records directly through the National Archives or VA.
How long does NPRC take to respond? Routine requests take several weeks. Requests tied to active medical treatment can be marked urgent for faster processing.
What if records were destroyed? Many Army and Air Force records were lost in the 1973 NPRC fire. In these cases, NPRC issues alternative documentation such as the NA Form 13042 to help reconstruct service information.