How to apply for VA health care 
Find out how to apply for VA health care benefits as a Veteran or service member. 

How do I prepare before starting my application? 
Find out if you re eligible for VA health care benefits Gather the documents listed below that you ll need to fill out an Application for Health Benefits VA Form 10 - 10EZ 

What documents and information do I need to apply? 
Your most recent tax return Social Security numbers for yourself and your qualified dependents Account numbers for any current health insurance you already have like Medicare, private insurance, or insurance from your employer Llene la solicitud para Beneficions de Salud Forma 10 - 10EZ. Obtenga la Forma VA 10 - 10EZ Usted o alguien con poder legal para representarlo tiene que firmar la forma , e incluir la fecha en que fu firmada. Si esta usando un poder legal , tendra que incluir una copia de la forma con su solicitud. Si firma con una X , 2 personas que usted conoce tienen que tambien firmar acertando que lo vieron firmar la forma. Puede mandar su solicitud por correo a esta direcci n : Health Eligibility Center2957 Clairmont Rd . , Suite 200Atlanta, GA 30329 Para llenar su solicitude en persona, encuetre el Centro M dico de Veteranos mas cercano en esta liga: Encuentre el Centro o Cl nica de Veteranos mas cercano a usted O reciba ayuda por medio del Departmaneto de Veteranos de su estado. Encuentre el Departamento de Veteranos de su estado 

You can also apply: 


By phone 
Call our toll - free hotline at 877 - 222 - 8387 , Monday through Friday , 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. ET to get help with your application. 

By mail 
Fill out an Application for Health Benefits VA Form 10 - 10EZ. Download VA Form 10 - 10EZ PDF You or someone acting as your power of attorney must sign and date the form. And: If you re using a power of attorney , you ll need to submit a copy of the Power of Attorney form along with your application. If you sign with an X , 2 people you know must witness your s

user: Hello, I would like to know how long does it take VA to make a decision since I submitted the application?

assistant: How long have I submitted the application?

user: two weeks ago

assistant: If it has been more than a week since you submitted your request to us and you have not received a response, please do not resubmit the request. Call our toll free hotline at 877 - 222 - 8387, Monday through Friday who will be happy to accommodate your request?

user: yes correct two weeks ago. and where should i go?

assistant: Go to the nearest VA medical center or clinic. Bring a signed VA Form 10 - 10EZ Application for Health Benefits with you. Find a VA medical center or clinic near you

user: What should I do to update my personal information?

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user: and what kind of attention do they offer?

assistant: If you need community care in a nursing home, home care, adult day care, geriatric evaluation, or respite care, you may need to complete a Request for VA Extended Care Services Form 10 - 10EC....

user: and where should i fill out my application in person?

assistant: To fill out your application in person, survey the nearest Veterans Medical Center in this league: Find the Veterans Center or Clinic closest to you OR you can help through your state's Department of Veterans. s Find your state's Veterans Department...