Vietnam Veterans may be eligible for a wide-variety of benefits available to all U.S. military Veterans
. VA benefits include disability compensation, pension, education and training, health care, home loans, insurance, vocational rehabilitation and employment, and burial.
What is considered a Vietnam veteran?
(1) Veteran of the Vietnam era means an eligible veteran
any part of whose active military, naval, or air service was during the Vietnam era
. (ii) A person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.
Can a veteran go to any VA hospital?
You may select any VA facility that is convenient for you
. If the facility you choose cannot provide the health care that you need, VA will make other arrangements for your care based on administrative eligibility and medical necessity.
Do all Veterans get VA benefits?
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.
What is the VA 5 year rule?
The five-year rule states that
the VA can't reduce a veteran's disability that's been in place for five years, unless the condition improved overtime on a sustained basis
. The veteran will likely need to present medical evidence to prove the material improvement of their condition.
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.
Did you have to serve in Vietnam to be a Vietnam veteran?
In association with (A) above, the Commemoration uses the term “Vietnam veteran” to describe those who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces at any time during the period of November 1, 1955 to May 15, 1975, regardless of duty location. We do NOT use the phrase “Vietnam-era veteran.”
Are Vietnam era veterans eligible for VA benefits?
VA Benefits for Vietnam Veterans
Vietnam Veterans may be eligible for a wide-variety of benefits available to all U.S. military Veterans
. VA benefits include disability compensation, pension, education and training, health care, home loans, insurance, vocational rehabilitation and employment, and burial.
What is the difference between a Vietnam veteran and a Vietnam-era veteran?
Jim's Reply:
Vietnam era veterans are those who served during the time of the Vietnam war but didn't set foot in the country of Vietnam
. The Vietnam vet is one who was assigned within the combat zone of the country and it's surrounding waters.
Do Veterans get free healthcare for life?
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 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.
How long do you have to be in the military to be considered a veteran?
To be considered a veteran, any military personnel must be on active-duty service for
at least 180 days
. The only exception is if the member sustained a service-related injury and was discharged under honorable conditions.
What are income limits for VA benefits?
| Veteran with: VA National Income Threshold VA Pension with Aid and Attendance Threshold | 0 dependents $34,616 or less $23,238 | 1 dependents $41,539 or less $27,549 | 2 dependents $43,921 or less $29,931 | 3 dependents $46,303 or less $32,313 |
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Are all Veterans eligible for Tricare?
Does VA participate in the TRICARE Network?
Yes, since 1995, all VA health care facilities have participated as TRICARE Network Providers
. VA can provide care for Active Duty Service Members, military retirees, & family members under their TRICARE benefit – on a space available basis.
What is the VA 20 year rule?
What is the VA 20 year rule? The VA 20 year rule means
if your rating has been in effect for 20 years or more, the VA cannot reduce it below the lowest rating it has held for the previous 20 years
. Again, the only exception to this rule is if the VA can prove fraud.
What is the 55 year rule for VA disability?
If you are 55 years old, then federal guidelines provide the 55-year-old rule that you should be
exempt from reexamination, except in rare circumstances or by regulation
.
Does the VA spy on veterans?
A VA inspector used a spy-like camera-pen to record the veteran engaged in a VA social function
. At this point, you might be thinking to yourself, “The severity of my disability is real, and the VA has proof.” Which, by the way, is the case for 99% of veterans with service-connected disabilities.
Will the VA pay my wife to be my caregiver?
Spouses, unfortunately,
cannot be paid to provide care
, as their income is also considered when calculating a veteran's pension amount. However, other relatives, such as adult children, nieces and nephews, and grandchildren, can be paid to be caregivers.
Do I get my husband's VA benefits if he dies?
If you're the surviving spouse, child, or parent of a service member who died in the line of duty, or the survivor of a Veteran who died from a service-related injury or illness,
you may be able to get a tax-free monetary benefit called VA Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (VA DIC).
Does wife get VA benefits if husband dies?
A VA Survivors Pension offers monthly payments to qualified surviving spouses and unmarried dependent children of wartime Veterans who meet certain income and net worth limits set by Congress
.
Can Vietnam era vets join the VFW?
Though long overdue, today America recognizes each and every Vietnam veteran who did not receive the proper welcome home they earned and deserved. To all Vietnam veterans:
today and every day, on behalf of the more than 1.6 million members of the VFW and its Auxiliary, thank you for your service, and welcome home.
Do Vietnam vets get more Social Security?
In general,
Vietnam veterans received more money from Social Security and retirement plans than nonveterans
; nonveterans had more earnings and more investment income.
How old would a Vietnam vet be today?
“Of the 2,709,918 Americans who served in Vietnam, Less than 850,000 are estimated to be alive today, with the youngest American Vietnam veteran's age approximated to be
60 years old
.” So, if you're alive and reading this, how does it feel to be among the last 1/3rd of all the U.S. Vets who served in Vietnam?
Do veterans automatically have life insurance?
Servicemembers' Group Life Insurance (SGLI)
SGLI coverage is automatic
. All Servicemembers with full-time coverage should use the SGLI Online Enrollment System (SOES) to designate beneficiaries, or reduce, decline or restore SGLI coverage.
