Health Care Eligibility & Enrollment
Standard Medical Benefits Package
VA’s medical benefits package provides the following health care services to all enrolled veterans.
Preventative Care Services
- Immunizations
- Physical Examinations
- Health Care Assessments
- Screening Tests
- Health Education Programs
Ambulatory (Outpatient) Diagnostic & Treatment Services
- Emergency outpatient care in VA facilities
- Medical
- Surgical (including reconstructive/plastic surgery as a result of disease or trauma)
- Chiropractic Care
- Mental Health
- Bereavement Counseling
- Substance Abuse
Hospital (Inpatient) Diagnostic & Treatment
- Emergency inpatient care in VA facilities
- Medical
- Surgical (including reconstructive/plastic surgery as a result of disease or trauma)
- Chiropractic Care
- Mental Health
- Substance Abuse
Medications & Supplies
- Prescription medications
- Over-the-counter medications
- Medical and surgical supplies
Special VA Health Care Eligibility For Veterans Who Served in Combat Theaters:
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has implemented policies and procedures providing for 2 years – beginning on the date of separation from active duty military service – free health care services and nursing home care for soldiers/veterans who are returning from Iraq and Afghanistan.
Who is Eligible?
To see if you are eligible for VA Healthcare go to the VA Healthcare Link.
Are National Guard and Reserve Members also Eligible?
Yes, under certain conditions. National Guard and Reserve members are eligible for VA health care if they were ordered to active duty by a federal declaration, served the full period for which they were called or ordered to active duty, and have separated from active military service under other than dishonorable conditions.
What Form Should Those Seeing Care Bring to the VA?
Active duty, National Guard and Reserve members who were activated to a combat mission and then separated from active duty receive a DD form 214, and are eligible for this program. Individuals seeking services under this authority should bring their DD form 214 when reporting to a VA health care facility.