Medical Benefits Package (Standard Benefits)

VA’s medical benefits package provides the following health care services to all enrolled veterans.

Preventive Care Services

• Immunizations
• Physical Examinations
• Health Care Assessments
• Screening Tests
• Health Education Programs

Ambulatory (Outpatient) Diagnostic and 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 and Treatment

• Emergency inpatient care in VA facilities
• Medical
• Surgical (including reconstructive/plastic surgery as a result of disease or trauma)
• Mental Health
• Substance Abuse

Medications and Supplies

• Prescription medications
• Over-the counter medications
• Medical and surgical supplies

Generally, they must be prescribed by a VA provider and be available under VA’s national formulary system

Will VA pay for medications written by a non-VA physician?

Generally only veterans with special eligibility, such as veterans receiving Aid and Attendance or Housebound benefits, or who are approved by a VA health care facility for Fee Basis are eligible to receive medications at VA expense.

More information on Special Benefits

Federal Benefits for Veterans and Dependents
VA National Means Test Income Threshold | GMT Income Threshold
Viewers, Plug-Ins, & Readers | VA Health Care Eligibility & Enrollment Site Map

For questions about Health Care Eligibility, please visit the VA inquiry website.