All veterans are encouraged to enroll in the VA Health Care System. To begin the process, please complete an Application for Health Care Benefits. You can submit the form online, or you may print the form and mail it to us at:
James J. Peters VA Medical Center
Eligibility Office (Room 9A-37)
130 West Kingsbridge Road
Bronx, New York 10468
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You can also bring the form to the Medical Center. The Eligibility Office is located in on the ninth floor.
Whether mailing or bringing your application, please include the following items —
- a copy of both sides of your current insurance card (including Medicare or Medicaid)
- a copy of your DD214, 'Armed Forces Report of Transfer or Discharge'
- (Purple Heart recipients only) a copy of your award letter if 'Purple Heart' is not noted on your DD214
QUESTIONS?
To speak to someone in our eligibility office, please call —
(718) 584-9000 x5353 or 5354
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