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4.6. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
- Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Overview
- What are the VA's benefits
- Applying for VA benefits
- Benefits Hot Spot
Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Overview
The Veteran's Administration (VA) Hospitals offer excellent service and benefits for those who qualify to be in the system. The qualification requirements are specific and can be found at the US Department of Veterans Affairs. If you need more information or run into a roadblck you can contact VetsFirst.
When you are enrolled in the VA health care system, you will be assigned to a primary care physician (PCP). That PCP is associated with a clinic which also includes nursing, pharmacy, and social work services. When you need a wheelchair, your PCP will refer you to rehab. An occupational therapist (OT) or physical therapist (PT) will assess your need for a wheelchair and make appropriate recommendations. The therapist documents your need for the specific equipment and then the prosthetics department places the order for the wheelchair.
VA benefits
Some VA Benefits Include:
- Home modifications
- Vehicle lifts to transport equipment
- Home improvement structural alteration (HISA)
Applying for VA benefits
To enroll in the VA system, simply do one of the following:
- Contact the Enrollment Coordinator for your local VA Health Care Facility
- Contact a National or State Veteran's Service Organization (examples: DAV, AMVETS, PVA)
- Go to www.va.gov and complete the 10-10EZ form online
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