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Maplewood VA Clinic | VA Minneapolis Health Care | Veterans Affairs
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Cost: Free
Wheelchair availability: Maplewood VA Clinic campus has wheelchairs upon arrival for patients who need them to access the building.

Although County Veterans Service Officers (CVSO) are not affiliated with VA, they collaborate with VA and other organizations serving Veterans.
County: Ramsey
CVSO: Maria Wetherall, CVSO District #2
Ramsey County website
Minnesota Association County Veterans Service Officers website
 

 Other services at VA Minneapolis health care
 

Health services offered here
Click on a service for more details like location, contact, and appointment
 information.

 Allergy, asthma and immunology
 

We offer services and treatment for Veterans with allergies, asthma and other immune system conditions.

 Visit our office, by appointment only
 

 A referral is required
 

Appointments

 Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required,
 you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.
 

Main Phone

Main Phone

Service Hours

 The service hours are the same as our facility hours.
 

We diagnose, evaluate and treat your asthma, allergies and non-HIV immune deficiencies. Our services include:

Skin tests, blood tests and other exams to identify food, drug, insect, pollen, animal, dust and other allergies
Prescribing and managing allergy medications that can ease your symptoms by reducing your immune system response to the things that cause your allergic reaction
Performing asthma tests to measure lung function and see how much air moves in and out as you breathe
Prescribing long-term and quick-relief asthma medications to reduce inflammation and open your swollen airways
Specialized treatments for your immune deficiency disorders

 Amputation care
 

If you face or have had an amputation, our team will support you with thoughtful, compassionate care.

Appointments
Health Services | VA Portland Health Care | Veterans Affairs
Our Minority Veterans Program serves all Veterans who are Black American, Asian American, Hispanic American, and Native American (including American Indians, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Island Americans). We work to:
 

Help the medical center address minority Veterans' needs
Meet minority Veterans' needs in the local community
Identify barriers and create a more accessible environment for minority Veterans
Inform minority Veterans of VA benefits, services, and programs

Learn more and connect with a care coordinator

 Patient advocates
 

VA wants to make sure that you get the best possible care. If you need help finding care or getting problems resolved, please contact a patient advocate.
Available at these locations

Care we provide at VA Portland health care
Our patient advocates work hard to make sure you receive the best possible care at our health care facilities. They can:

Help you get answers or address concerns with your care team
Advocate for patient and family rights
Serve as advocates for minority Veterans, women Veterans, and Veterans with disabilities
Walk-in support

Portland VA Medical Center only, Bldg 101, Rm. 120
Hours: Monday 10:00 a.m - 3:00 p.m. and Tuesday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Call-in support; leave a message 24/7 and expect call back within 3 business days.

 All locations, 503-220-8262, ext. 58549
Bend only, 541-550-5471
Learn more and connect with a patient advocate

 Registry exams
 

If you were exposed to toxic chemicals or other hazards during your military service, we offer you a free exam. This exam helps you identify potential health risks and helps us monitor issues so we can better serve you.
Available at these locations

Care we provide at VA Portland health care
Care we provide at VA Portland Health Care System
This free, voluntary, and comprehensive health exam involves an exposure and medical history, laboratory tests, and a physical exam. We will discuss your results in a face-to-face meeting and follow up with a letter. The registry evaluation, which does not verify exposure, is separate from VA's disability compensation process.
Prosthetic Socks | Veterans Affairs
You’re enrolled in VA health care, and
You’re registered as a patient at a VA medical center, and
Your VA health care provider has authorized you to receive prosthetic socks

Find out how to apply for VA health care

How can I order prosthetic socks?
You can order prosthetic socks by phone or mail.
Note: These instructions apply only to prosthetic socks for Veterans with amputations. If you need help getting diabetic compression socks, contact your VA health care team.
By phone
Call the Denver Logistics Center (DLC) at 303-273-6200. Then select 2. Customer service representatives are available Monday through Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET. 

By mail
Fill out a Veteran’s Request for Prosthetic Socks (VA Form 2345).
Get VA Form 2345 to download
Mail the completed form to this address:
VA Denver Logistics Center
PO Box 25166
Denver, CO 80225-0166
More information about prosthetic socks
Are my prosthetic socks free of charge?
You can get your socks free of charge if both of these are true:

Your VA health care provider has recommended them for you, and
You remain eligible for and enrolled in VA health care

How long will it take my items to arrive, and when should I reorder?
Your order time will depend on whether we have the socks you need in stock or need to get more from our vendor.
You should reorder 30 days before you need more socks.

Last updated: March 22, 2023

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VA Mental Health Services | Veterans Affairs
This service is private, free, and available 24/7.To connect with a Veterans Crisis Line responder anytime day or night:Dial 988 then select 1.Start a confidential chat.Text 838255.If you have hearing loss, call TTY: 800-799-4889.You can also:Call 911.Go to the nearest emergency room.Go directly to your nearest VA medical center. It doesn’t matter what your discharge status is or if you’re enrolled in VA health care.Find your nearest VA medical center

 Get connected with mental health care—no matter your discharge status, service history, or eligibility for VA health care.
 

 Get care now
 
If you need support for a specific mental health problem—or if you’re having problems sleeping, controlling your anger, or readjusting to civilian life—you are not alone. And we can help.
To access free VA mental health services right away:

Call or walk in to any VA medical center—anytime, day or night.
Find your nearest VA health facility
Call or walk in to any Vet Center during clinic hours.
Find your nearest Vet Center
Call us at 877-222-8387. We’re here Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. ET. If you have hearing loss, call TTY: 800-877-8339.

You don’t need to be enrolled in VA health care to get care.
Learn more about accessing VA mental health services
To connect with other resources for Veterans and transitioning service members:

Visit the Department of Defense (DoD) Military OneSource website
Visit our mental health site for transitioning service members

Getting started
If you need support for a specific mental health problem—or if you’re having problems sleeping, controlling your anger, or readjusting to civilian life—you are not alone. And we can help.

Over 1.7 million Veterans received mental health services at VA last year. Our services range from peer support with other Veterans to counseling, therapy, medication, or a combination of these options. Our goal is to help you take charge of your treatment and live a full and meaningful life.
Health Care Coverage Options for Unemployed | HealthCare.gov
, lower costs availableFind out if you'll saveSave on your premiumsExtra savingsHigh Deductible Health PlansHow to...Use your coverageEstimate incomeFind local helpSubmit documentsAppeal a Marketplace decisionPay premium & check coverage statusMore details if you...Just had a baby or adoptedAre under 30Have (or offered) job-based insuranceAre self-employedAre unemployedQualify for MedicareTaxesHealth coverage & your taxesTax Form 1095-A'Reconcile' tax creditBrowse all topicsFeaturedFind out if you qualify for a Special Enrollment PeriodOpen Enrollment is over, but you may still be able to get or change health coverage for this year.Get AnswersSearchUnemployed peopleEmailPrintMore infoHealth coverage options if youâre unemployedCOBRA coverage & the MarketplaceNext steps: If youâre unemployed and need coverageMore infoHealth coverage options if youâre unemployedIf youâre unemployed you may be able to get an affordable health insurance plan through the Marketplace, with savings based on your income and household size. You may also qualify for free or low-cost coverage through Medicaid or the Childrenâs Health Insurance Program (CHIP).Your household size and income, not your employment status, determine what health coverage youâre eligible for and how much help youâll get paying for coverage.If you just lost your job and your job-based insuranceIf you have just left your job for any reason and lost your job-based health coverage, you qualify for a Special Enrollment Period. This means you can enroll in a Marketplace insurance plan any time of year. You usually have 60 days from the day you lose your coverage to enroll. Learn how to apply for a Special Enrollment Period.There is no limited enrollment period for Medicaid or CHIP. If you qualify, you can enroll in these programs any time of year. Youâll find out if you qualify when you fill out your Marketplace application.Your options depend on your household incomeWhen you apply for Marketplace coverage youâll estimate your income for the current calendar year.How to estimate your income if youâre unemployedItâs hard to predict your annual income if youâre unemployed.
Raymond G. Murphy Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center | VA New Mexico Health Care | Veterans Affairs
Recreation and creative arts therapy
 

We offer a wide range of activities (arts and crafts, games, sports, exercise) that we can adapt to your needs.

Appointments

 Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required,
 you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.
 

Main Phone

 Recreation Hall
 

 Building 2
 

Recreation Therapy

Recreation Therapist

Recreation Therapist 

Our therapies promote your independence and enhance your health and well-being if you’re a Veteran with an injury, chronic (long-lasting) illness, or disabling condition. After your primary health care provider gives you a referral, a recreation therapist will develop treatment goals for you.

Recreation and creative arts therapy provides services and activities that include:
Animal interaction
Music, art, and crafts
Community outings
Exercise, sports, and games
Gardening and leisure education

 Registry exams
 

If you were exposed to toxic chemicals or other hazards during your military service, we offer you a free exam. This exam helps you identify potential health risks and helps us monitor issues so we can better serve you.

 Visit our office, with or without an appointment
 

Appointments
Special Registry is now 100 percent via telephone

Main Phone

Main Phone

Registry Exam Coordinator

File for VA Disability/Compensation Benefits

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Last patient at 4pm

This free, voluntary, and comprehensive health exam involves an exposure and medical history, laboratory tests, and a physical exam.
Kalispell VA Clinic | VA Montana Health Care | Veterans Affairs
We assess your situation and condition to decide which outpatient geriatric services are right for you or a senior Veteran in your care, and then we coordinate your care. Our team of specialists provides geriatric services that include:

Home Based Primary Care
Community Nursing Home - 406-447-7740

Learn more about VA long term care

 Homeless Veteran care
 

If you’re homeless or at risk of becoming homeless, we can help. We offer many programs and services, including free health care. And we can help you connect with resources in your community.

Appointments

 Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required,
 you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.
 

Main Phone

Main Phone

Service Hours

 The service hours are the same as our facility hours.
 

If you are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless, we can help. 
We help Veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless including those facing financial hardship, unemployment, mental health, and substance use barriers, and those navigating the legal system. Contact a VA Montana homeless program office to get help with: 

Food and shelter care
Transitional and permanent housing
Job training and employment services
Justice system navigation
Community resources and referrals

Learn more and connect with the homeless program

 Laboratory and pathology
 

We offer blood tests and other advanced testing services to help you and your VA health care team monitor your health, find and understand any health problems and make informed treatment decisions.

 Visit our office, by appointment only
 

 A referral is required
 

Appointments

 Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required,
 you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.
 

Main Phone

Main Phone

Service Hours

 The service hours are the same as our facility hours.
 

Our laboratories provide a full range of clinical and diagnostic testing services. Our laboratory and pathology services include:

Study of blood, urine, and other bodily fluids for illness management
Testing for infectious diseases
Fort Harrison VA Medical Center | VA Montana Health Care | Veterans Affairs
We assess your situation and condition to decide which outpatient geriatric services are right for you or a senior Veteran in your care, and then we coordinate your care. Our team of specialists provides geriatric services that include:

Home Based Primary Care
Community Nursing Home - 406-447-7740

Learn more about VA long term care

 Gynecology
 

Our specialists offer reproductive health care services for women Veterans, including contraception, pregnancy care and fertility treatment.

 Visit our office, with or without an appointment
 

 A referral is not required
 

Appointments

 Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required,
 you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.
 

Main Phone

Main Phone

Service Hours

 The service hours are the same as our facility hours.
 

Our gynecologists focus on the female reproductive system and provide services that include:

Mammograms for breast cancer, screenings for sexually transmitted disease, and Pap tests for cervical cancer
Counseling and treatment for contraception, pregnancy, and infertility
Osteoporosis screening for brittle bones
Exams for abnormal uterine bleeding, pelvic pain, or various cancers
Primary care checkups

 Homeless Veteran care
 

If you’re homeless or at risk of becoming homeless, we can help. We offer many programs and services, including free health care. And we can help you connect with resources in your community.

 Visit our office, with or without an appointment
 

 A referral is not required
 

Appointments

 Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required,
 you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.
 

Main Phone

Main Phone

Service Hours

 The service hours are the same as our facility hours.
 

If you are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless, we can help. 
We help Veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless including those facing financial hardship, unemployment, mental health, and substance use barriers, and those navigating the legal system. Contact a VA Montana homeless program office to get help with:
Hearing Aid Batteries & Accessories | Veterans Affairs
All of these must be true:

You’re enrolled in VA health care, and
You’re registered as a patient at a VA medical center, and
Your VA audiologist has prescribed hearing aids or other hearing assistive devices

Find out how to apply for VA health care

How do I order hearing aid batteries and accessories?
You may be able to order hearing aid batteries and accessories online, by phone, or by mail.
Option 1: Online
Note: You can order hearing aid batteries and accessories online only if you’ve ordered these items from us within the past 2 years.
You’ll need to sign in to VA.gov to start your online order.
Order hearing aid batteries and accessories online

Option 2: By phone
Call our VA Denver Logistics Center at 303-273-6200 (TTY: 711). Then select 2. We’re here Monday through Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET. 
If you’re ordering only hearing aid batteries, select 1 for the Automated Battery Reorder System. Enter your Social Security number and zip code when prompted. Then, select the authorized batteries you need to order.
If you’re ordering batteries and other accessories (like hearing aid wax guards), select 2 to connect with a customer service representative.
To connect with an operator, select 0.
Option 3: By mail
Fill out a Veteran’s Request for Batteries and Accessories form (VA Form 2346a). If you’re ordering hearing aid wax guards, write down the type of guard if you have that information from your audiologist.
You should have received a VA Form 2346a in the box with your last order.
Get VA Form 2346a to download
Mail the completed form to this address:
VA Denver Logistics Center
PO Box 25166
Denver, CO 80225-0166

More information about hearing aid batteries, accessories, and repairs
Are my hearing aid batteries and accessories free of charge?
You can get these supplies free of charge if both of these are true:

Your VA audiologist has recommended them for you, and
You remain eligible for and enrolled in VA health care
Annie for Veterans | VA Mobile
For each message, you can see its name or the type of information requested, when and how often messages are sent, and the date when you started getting messages from Annie.What is the difference between Annie text messaging and the online version of Annie?There are two ways you can interact with Annie:Annie Text Messaging – If you choose to use Annie text messaging, you will receive SMS text notifications, reminders, and motivational messages directly on your phone. NOTE: Text messaging is not secure*Annie Online – If you prefer the added security of using the online version of Annie instead of text messaging, you can choose to receive messages only in the online version. You can also choose to receive text notifications on your phone when you have a new message online. You can make changes to your preferences in the online version at any time. You can also use the online version to see all messages and readings you have sent to Annie, send new messages to Annie, view reports of the health data you have submitted to Annie, and view a schedule of messages Annie will send.NOTE: To use the online version of Annie, you must log in using your ID.me, DS Logon Level 2 (Premium), or My HealtheVet Premium account credentials.*As with any text messaging, sending, and receiving SMS texts with Annie is not secure. Text messages are not encrypted (scrambled to make it hard for people to get and read your information) when being sent and received. Texts can remain on your phone and with the companies that transmit the messages forever. If anyone else has access to your phone, they may be able to read text messages from Annie intended only for you.Is Annie free to use?The online version of Annie is free to use. If you choose to exchange text messages with Annie, text messaging and data rates may apply depending on your phone plan. How do I receive a message?There are two ways to receive messages: through text messaging and the online version of Annie. For text messaging, make sure Annie has your correct mobile phone number (see “What if I change my Mobile Phone Number?” below). If you use Annie text messaging, Annie will send you texts just as you would receive from a friend or family member.
Minneapolis VA Medical Center | VA Minneapolis Health Care | Veterans Affairs
Returning Service Member Care Coordinator

Service Hours

 The service hours are the same as our facility hours.
 

We can help you readjust to civilian life if you’re returning from military service, on active duty, or an activated National Guard or Reserve member. Talk to one of our care coordinators about how to best use your health care benefits.

Polytrauma care (if you have multiple traumatic injuries)
Counseling and rehabilitation
Mental and behavioral health services
Family benefits counseling and assistance
Referral assistance

Learn more and connect with a coordinator

 Sleep medicine
 

Common conditions: insomnia, narcolepsy, restless legs syndrome, sleep apnea, sleepwalking 
 
The sleep medicine service diagnoses and treats your sleep problems, including trouble sleeping, breathing difficulties while sleeping, snoring, teeth grinding and jaw clenching.

 Visit our office, by appointment only
 

 A referral is required
 

Appointments

 Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required,
 you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.
 

Main Phone

Main Phone

Sleep Medicine

Service Hours

 The service hours are the same as our facility hours.
 

At various points in our lives, all of us suffer from a lack of sleep. But, if you are spending enough time in bed and still wake up tired or feel very sleepy during the day, you may have a sleep disorder. We can help. Our sleep specialists can:

Diagnose and treat sleep apnea and other sleep disorders
Monitor your blood oxygen levels and heart rate
Study your brain waves during sleep
Evaluate possible causes for your excessive sleepiness
Conduct sleep tests performed at home or in the lab
Work with your doctors if you need surgery or dental appliances to help you get a good night’s sleep

Contact the sleep medicine clinic at 

 Smoking and tobacco cessation
 

If you are trying to quit smoking or want to stop using tobacco, we can help you with support, resources and programs.

 Visit our office, by appointment only
 

 A referral is not required
 

Appointments

 Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment.