The first requirement is that you served in the armed forces on active duty and did not receive a dishonorable discharge. Honorable, general, medical, etc. – those are acceptable discharges for VA benefits. Dishonorable, other than honorable, and bad conduct discharges are not.
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Information about VA health benefits. Find out who is eligible, what the difference is between priority groups, and how to apply for VA health care.
Skilled Home Health Care Services (SHHC) is a short-term health care service that can be provided to individuals who are homebound or live relatively far from the VA. Care is delivered by a community based health agency that is under contract with the VA. Generally, SHHC provides services for individuals who need skilled services, case management, and assistance with daily living.
Types of care include hospice care, respite care, domiciliary care, homes and facilities, and long term care.
The Veterans Health Benefits Guide provides general information about VA Medical Benefits.
The Veterans Identification Act of 2015 became a law on July 20th, 2015. The law states that new health identification cards will be issued to veterans. The cards will be available in 2017 and will cost a fee. The purpose of the Act is to simplify the check-in and identification process at VA health appointments, according to the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs.
Read more: Veterans Identification Card Act of 2015: What is it and how does it affect me?
The VA produces information booklets specifically tailored to each Veteran enrolled in the VA health care program.
Sun Sounds of Arizona is a radio reading service that provides audio access to print information to individuals who cannot read or hold print material due to a disability.
Copay may be required for Veteran’s who require treatment of non-service connected issues. While most Veterans qualify for cost-free health care services, most must complete an annual financial assessment to determine if they qualify for cost-free services. If it is determined that the gross household income and/or net worth exceeds the thresholds, the veteran may be required to pay an applicable co-pay.