Eligibility

Basic eligibility for prosthetic items: You are enrolled in the VA system and your provider requests an item and gives a proper medical justification for the item.

Service-connection does not have a role in eligibility, except for certain programs. VA’s medical, technical and therapeutic services are offered to:

• Evaluate needs
• Design custom devices
• Re-fit and adjust the item
• Perform gait analysis
• Recommend physical therapy intervention
• Communicate with the primary care provider to assist with ongoing medical care

Programs

• Automobile Adaptive Equipment 
• Home Improvement & Structural Alterations (HISA) Grant 
• Clothing Allowance 
• Hearing Aids 
• Othrotic & Prosthetic Devices 

More info here: Prosthetics and Sensory Aids Service 

Learn more about Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment.