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All veterans are encouraged to enroll for VA health care.
Combat Veterans Eligibility Extended
Read more on the VA Health Care Eligibility & Enrollment website.
The following are options available to help you with the registration for healthcare benefits at your preferred facility for healthcare services:
- You can register online using an online Form 10-10EZ.
- You can register by mailing or faxing a completed Form10-10EZ to the medical center or clinic of your choice.
- You can register in person at any VA medical center or clinic.
- You can get registration help by calling the VA Enrollment Service Center, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM (Eastern Time) at 1-877-222-VETS.
- You can also get additional help by contacting your State or County Veterans Service Officer. Please refer to the blue pages of the local phone book for the service officer in your area.
Important Points for Registration
Whether mailing or bringing your application, please include the following items —
- the name of the preferred location where you would like to recieve your health care;
- a copy of both sides of your current insurance card (including Medicare or Medicaid);
- a copy of your military discharge papers (DD214, 'Armed Forces Report of Transfer or Discharge'); and
- (Purple Heart recipients only) a copy of your award letter if 'Purple Heart' is not noted on your DD214.
Questions About Eligibility?
Visit the VA's Eligibility & Enrollment page at http://www.va.gov/healtheligibility. You may also contact an eligibility clerk at either the Gainesville (Malcom Randall) or Lake City VA Medical Centers:
Malcom Randall (Gainesville) VAMC
Toll Free: 800-324-8387, ext. 6816/6726
Local: 352-376-1611, ext. 6816/6726
Lake City VAMC
Toll Free: 800-308-8387, ext. 2059
Local: 386-755-3016, ext. 2059
Additional Information for Retired Military Veterans
If you are a retired military veteran, you may be interested in the services offered by TRICARE. You may contact TRICARE for the southeast region by calling 1-800-444-5445. The web site address for TRICARE is http://www.tricare.osd.mil/.
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