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The VHIC is an ID card issued by the VA for eligible veterans to access VA medical facilities and some military installations. Learn about the card's purpose, design, qualification, and other state and local cards for veterans.
Learn about the VIC, a free ID card issued by the VA to former US military personnel. The VIC proves service but not eligibility for federal benefits or access to military installations.
Learn about the different types of US military ID cards, such as the Common Access Card and the Next Generation USID card, and how they are used to access military facilities and benefits. Find out the history and evolution of the US military ID cards, from the color-coded legacy cards to the smart card system.
Veterans can apply for Medicare once they are 65 or qualify for another reason. They can retain VA benefits and TRICARE in most cases. Read more here.
The Veterans Choice Act is a US law that expanded veterans' access to medical care and gave the VA secretary more power to fire executives. President Barack Obama signed it into law on August 7, 2014, in response to a scandal of long wait times and deaths at VA facilities.
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VHA is the healthcare program of the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) that provides services to veterans through 146 medical centers and other facilities. The term VA is often used to refer to the department or the administration, not just the abbreviation for Veterans Health Administration.
Learn about the history, mission, and services of the federal agency that provides healthcare and benefits to eligible military Veterans and their families. Find out how the VA evolved from a system of pensions and homes to a cabinet-level department with a large network of facilities and programs.