National Referral Program
Purpose
WRIISC-NJ provides a second opinion for combat veterans with difficult-to-diagnose war-related illnesses and injuries.
Who is eligible?
This evaluation is available to veterans throughout the United States through our National Referral Program. Veterans with medically unexplained illnesses may, with their providers, request an evaluation from our center.
How is an evaluation arranged?
When the WRIISC receives a referral for evaluation, the veteran's elibility is determined according to the center's criteria. If you are interested in an evaluation or need additional information, please contact our clinical intake coordinator at 1-800-248-8005 or 973-676-1000 x 2500. To write to us, see contact information.
What does the evaluation cost?
For veterans invited to our center, the evaluation is free. The travel expenses are split between the East Orange VA and the veteran's home VA.
What does the evaluation consist of?
We provide veterans with a 1½ day individualized and comprehensive medical assessment of their health, with a focus on health issues related to deployment. The evaluation consists of:
- Review of Medical Record
- Extensive History and Physical Examination
- Psychological Interview
- Neuropsychological Screening
- Exposure Assessment
- Fitness Testing
- Health Education
For further details of these medical services please click here.
At the end of the day, team members meet with the veteran to talk together about the outcome and plan. Within three weeks, a copy of the written report is sent to the veteran and his or her primary care provider.