This determination, however, will be made on an individual basis. VA can either repair or replace your prosthesis. With prior authorization, repairs may be obtained locally. In cases of substantial repairs, you may need to take the prosthesis to the local VA facility for inspection and approval. Modifications that involve a change in the original prescription must be approved by the Amputee Clinic Team.
Some shops also fabricate both temporary and permanent artificial limbs.
Check your local VA's medical facility policy services. Repairs that exceed the limit must be authorized by the prosthetic representative or designee. Repair costs are not paid for intentional damage or negligence. Prosthetic Service Cards are furnished only by the local VA hospital at which you are treated by the chief of prosthetic activity. These cards are not issued to veterans who live in a foreign country, nor to allied veterans who live within the United States.