If you want to transfer your care from one VA health care facility to another, contact your PACT. Your PACT will work with the Traveling Veteran Coordinator for assistance in transferring your care and establishing an appointment at the new facility.

Can a veteran go to any VA hospital?

Two things to remember: VA health care eligibility only means you can visit VA medical centers and clinics for health care. It does not necessarily mean all health care is 100% free (some medical care may be free, however, many veterans may be required to pay a co-pay).

Can you use VA benefits at any hospital?

This form can be obtained from any VA healthcare facility or regional benefits office, downloaded at www.va.gov/vaforms, or requested by calling (877) 222-VETS (8387) or contacting the County Veterans Service Office. Once enrolled, veterans can receive treatment at a VA healthcare facility anywhere in the country.

How do I change my VA health care location?

Application Process

• Call VA at 1-877-222-VETS (8387). A representative can help validate and, if necessary, update your address.
• Change your address on VA.gov. You can sign in to view and update your mailing and home addresses.
• Call your local medical center.

Does VA offer transportation?

The Veterans Transportation Service (VTS) provides safe and reliable transportation to Veterans who require assistance traveling to and from VA health care facilities and authorized non-VA health care appointments. VTS also partners with service providers in local communities to serve Veterans’ transportation needs.

Is VA health care free for veterans?

Can I get free VA health care as a Veteran? You can get free VA health care for any illness or injury that we determine is related to your military service (called “service connected”). We also provide certain other services for free.

Can the VA refuse to treat a veteran?

You can agree to or refuse any treatment. Refusing a treatment will not affect your rights to future care but you take responsibility for the impact this decision may have on your health.

Will the VA pay for outside treatment?

VA can pay for emergency medical care outside the United States if the emergency is related to your service-connected condition.

Can Veterans go to urgent care?

VA offers urgent care services to eligible Veterans at VA medical facilities or at in‑network urgent care clinics closer to home. Use VA’s urgent care benefit to treat minor injuries and illnesses that are not life-threatening, such as colds, strep throat, sprained muscles, and skin and ear infections.

Does the VA cover everything?

All Veterans receive coverage for most care and services, but only some will qualify for added benefits like dental care. The full list of your covered benefits depends on: Your priority group, and. The advice of your VA primary care provider (your main doctor, nurse practitioner, or physician’s assistant), and.

How do I change my VA primary care provider?

If you decide you want to change to a different primary care doctor, you’ll need to talk to your health care team leader or to the patient advocate at your VA medical center.

Will my VA disability change if I move to another state?

For the most part, your SSDI payments will not change when moving from state to state. That’s because they’re based on your work and income history.

What is the VA 5 year rule?

The VA disability 5-year rule says that a Veteran cannot have their rating reduced if their condition has not improved in the first 5 years after they received their initial rating for the condition.

Does the VA pay for Uber?

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is partnering with Uber and Lyft to offer transportation assistance to veterans experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Contact the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans at (877) 4AID-VET (877-424-3838); or. Visit the closest VA medical center.

How much is travel pay for the VA?

Mileage reimbursement rate We currently pay 41.5 cents ($0.415) per mile for approved, health-related travel. We use Bing Maps to calculate your mileage, based on the fastest and shortest route from your home to the closest VA or authorized non-VA health facility that can provide the care you need.

Does Medicare pay for transportation?

Original Medicare (Part A and Part B) generally does not cover transportation to get routine health care. However, it may cover non-emergency ambulance transportation to and from a health-care provider.