All veterans can get free VA mental health care for a year after they leave the military.
Vets who served in a combat zone can get free counseling and substance abuse screening at VA vet centers
.
What do VA benefits cover?
We cover other services and needs, like:
Mental health services to treat certain issues like posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), military sexual trauma (MST), depression, and substance use problems. Assisted living and home health care
(depending on your needs and income as well as space in the programs).
Can the VA refuse to treat a veteran?
You can agree to or refuse any treatment
. You will be told what is likely to happen to you if you refuse a 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 a civilian doctor?
The Veterans Choice Program allows you to get your VA related health care from civilian doctors in your community
. The program was designed to address VA's delays in providing medical care, giving veterans faster access to healthcare.
Do Veterans get free healthcare?
We're committed to providing free health care for conditions related to military service and for Veterans with catastrophic disabilities and disability ratings of at least 50%
, as well as for those who can't afford to pay for care. Learn more about how we'll determine if you'll need to pay for any part of your care.
Do Veterans get free life insurance?
Totally disabled Veterans are eligible for free coverage
and have the opportunity to purchase additional life insurance. Veterans' Mortgage Life Insurance (VMLI) provides mortgage life insurance protection to disabled Veterans who have been approved for a VA Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) grant.
Does the VA have health insurance?
You will qualify for healthcare coverage and receive a VAC healthcare card if you qualify for: a disability benefit, the Veterans Independence Program, the War Veterans Allowance, or
.
What is VA health care called?
TRICARE For Life (TFL) &
Veterans Affairs
(VA) Benefits – California Health Advocates.
Who gets VA benefits after death?
You may be eligible if: the deceased veteran was discharged from service under other than dishonorable conditions, AND. he or she served 90 days or more of active duty with at least 1 day during a period of war*, AND. you are the surviving spouse or unmarried child of the deceased veteran, AND.
How the VA has illegally denied health care to thousands of veterans?
An estimated 400,000 former service members are at risk of wrongly being denied VA healthcare and other benefits, according to a 2020 study by OutVets, a group of LGBTQ+ military veterans. It showed that
gay and lesbian veterans and victims of military sexual assault are disproportionately at risk.
Do veterans like the VA?
The survey, which asked Veterans about their experience with VA health care since the MISSION Act was implemented, found that
more than 80% were satisfied with their VA health care
. Nearly 75% of Veteran respondents reported improvements at their local VA, and more than 90% would recommend VA care to fellow Veterans.
Are veterans happy with the VA?
This graph shows the percentage of U.S. Iraq and Afghanistan veterans who gave select ratings to their overall experience with VA health care services as of 2020. According to the data,
38 percent of respondents had rated their experience as “good”
.
Will the VA pay for my ER visit?
In general,
VA can pay for emergency medical care at a local ER for a Veteran's service-connected condition, or if the care is related to a Veteran's service-connected condition
. VA can also pay for emergency medical care for a Veteran's non-service connected condition.
Will the VA pay for outside prescriptions?
The VA Medical Center will only fill non-VA prescriptions for veterans who are enrolled in the VA healthcare system and are in receipt of Aid and Attendance (A&A) or housebound benefits or have been authorized by VA to receive care in the community.
Does the VA pay for ambulance?
VA can pay for emergency transportation provided by a community provider for a Veteran's service-connected condition and nonservice-connected condition
, but there are specific requirements that must be met before VA can reimburse these costs*.
Can I lose my VA health benefits?
If you're in one of the lower priority groups, you could lose your VA health care benefits in the future
. If you don't keep your private insurance, this would leave you without health coverage.
Do Veterans have to pay for prescriptions?
Typically, VA drug coverage has no premiums and no or limited copayments for prescriptions
—but you must use VA pharmacies and facilities. You may want Part D coverage if you: Live far from a VA pharmacy or facility, or do not want to use a VA provider to get prescriptions.
Can I add my family to my VA health insurance?
If I have a VA health plan, can my family sign up for insurance through Covered California? Yes. Even though you are covered by your VA health care enrollment,
your family members who are not eligible for a VA health care program may be able to receive health care coverage through Covered California
.
What does the VA pay for when a veteran dies?
VA will pay up to $796 toward burial and funeral expenses for deaths on or after October 1, 2019 (if hospitalized by VA at time of death), or $300 toward burial and funeral expenses (if not hospitalized by VA at time of death), and a $796 plot-interment allowance (if not buried in a national cemetery).
How much will my VA disability check go up in 2022?
In 2022, VA payments will increase
5.9%
, the biggest increase in over 40 years. Due to high inflation caused by the pandemic, the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) increased 5.9%.
Does the VA pay for cremation?
The VA provides burial benefits to eligible veterans to help cover the expense of cremation or a funeral.
The VA doesn't pay the money directly to any provider; the benefit is provided as a reimbursement
.
Do all veterans get VA benefits?
Most veterans who served on active duty are eligible for VA health care
, but priority for benefits depends on disability and other factors. The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) provides health care for veterans at VA hospitals and clinics throughout the country.
What type of insurance is VA?
All enrolled Veterans receive the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA's)
comprehensive Medical Benefits Package
which includes preventive, primary and specialty care, diagnostic, inpatient and outpatient care services.
How do I get the VA to pay for prescriptions?
Calling 1-877-222-VETS (8387) Monday – Friday between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET
.
Using the self-service Kiosks available at their local VA health care facility
.
Can I use VA health care and TRICARE?
If you retire and qualify for VA benefits, you can use your TRICARE and VA benefits together
. You will see the VA for service-connected conditions and use TRICARE for everything else.
How long do VA health benefits last?
You can receive free VA health care for
up to 5 years
after discharge or release for any condition related to your service in Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) in Afghanistan or Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) or Operation New Dawn (OND) in Iraq. This is called an enhanced eligibility period.
Can my wife get VA health care?
If you're the spouse, surviving spouse, dependent child, or family caregiver of a Veteran or service member,
you may qualify for health care benefits
. In certain cases, you may also qualify for health care benefits due to a disability related to your Veteran's service. Find out if you qualify and how to apply.
