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What is VA Community Care?
For many Veterans, the VA provides effective and appropriate care. However, VA Community Care may be a better option when the VA cannot meet specific needs, such as long wait times, lengthy travel distances, or unavailable services.
Generally, Veterans might qualify for Community Care if primary care is over 30 minutes away, specialty care is more than 60 minutes away, wait times exceed 20-28 days, if it serves the Veteran's best medical interest, or if they reside in a state without a full-service VA hospital.
Often, Veterans and their families get stuck in figuring out how these rules apply to their specific situations. Policies change, the language can be confusing, and it's not always clear which questions are the right ones to ask.
That's where Health.Vet comes in. Created by Veterans, it breaks down the rules into plain language, offering updated information and finding local providers when VA Community Care is the best option for you or someone you care about.
Quick Answers
You may be eligible if you meet certain criteria including: drive time/distance from VA facilities, wait times for care, medical hardship, or if you live in certain geographic areas. Check with your VA provider or use our eligibility checker.
Use our <a href='/providers/search' class='text-primary hover:text-primary-hover underline'>provider search tool</a> to find Community Care providers in your area. You can search by location, specialty, and other criteria to find the right provider for your needs.
Learn More About VA Community Care
Meet Eric Golnick, US Navy veteran and co-founder, explaining why we built Health.Vet
For Veterans
Why Choose VA Community Care?
More Choice
See trusted local providers near you
Faster Appointments
Skip long VA wait times
Specialized Care
Access services not at your VA
Coordinated Support
VA and community providers work together
For Providers
Why Join VA Community Care?
Serve Veterans
Make a difference caring for those who served
Get Paid on Time
Clear billing with reliable VA reimbursement
Grow Your Practice
Connect with new patients in your area
Simple Process
Easy enrollment and streamlined operations