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