Medical Benefits Package (Standard Benefits)

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