How many years must a medical officer agree to remain on active duty to qualify for Additional Special Pay?

To qualify for Additional Special Pay as a medical officer in the Navy, the requirement is to commit to just one year of active duty service. This provision is designed to incentivize medical officers to remain in the naval service, particularly given the critical need for qualified healthcare professionals in the military.

While longer commitments might be relevant for other types of military incentives or pay, the one-year requirement for Additional Special Pay is specifically intended to provide an immediate financial benefit for medical officers agreeing to serve, thereby addressing both retention and recruitment challenges within the military medical community. This one-year obligation allows medical officers to receive additional compensation while ensuring that the Navy has sufficient medical personnel to meet its operational needs.