You can receive free VA medical care for up to 5 years after discharge for any condition related to their service in Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) in Afghanistan or Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) or Operation New Dawn (OND) in Iraq.
How can I apply at this time?
Would you like to wait to apply for VA medical care until after your enhanced eligibility period ends?
Yes, I can wait, sure.
We will not consider your OEF / OIF / OND combat veteran status in our enrollment decision. Instead, we'll base your eligibility on factors such as your income and VA disability rating.
That's helpful to hear. Another point about the health-care benefits provided by the VA. Is there anything else I should know about the eligibility? anything else, perhaps?
you must have served 24 continuous months or the full period for which you were called to active duty , unless any of the descriptions below are true for you . This minimum duty requirement may not apply if any of these are true .
Can I get VA health care benefits?
You may be able to get VA health care benefits if you served in the active military , naval , or air service and didn t receive a dishonorable discharge .
What if I need help filling out my application?