In October 1996, Congress passed the Veterans' Health Care Eligibility Reform Act, paving the way for the Medical Benefits Package plan, available to all enrolled veterans. The Medical Benefits Package emphasizes preventive and primary care, offering a full range of outpatient and inpatient services.
In addition combat veterans returning from active military service may be eligible to receive free health care services and nursing home care for up to two years, beginning on the date of separation from active military service. This benefit covers all illnesses and injuries except those clearly unrelated to military service (common colds, injuries from accidents that occurred after discharge, disorders that existed before joining the military). Dental services are not included. If you want treatment for health conditions you claim are related to combat operations, you will be physically examined.
This section will help you to understand your VA health care benefits eligibility, enrollment requirements, and specialized programs.
Veteran's Health Care Benefits
- Agent Orange
- Alcohol and Substance Abuse
- Blindness Rehabilitation
- CHAMPVA Overview
- Continued Health Care
- Enrollment Process
- Gulf War Syndrome
