Non-VA Care

Non-VA Care refers to healthcare services that eligible veterans receive outside of the Veterans Affairs (VA) system, typically from private or community providers. This occurs when the VA cannot provide certain treatments directly or if a veteran has specific needs best met elsewhere. The VA may cover these outside services through programs like VA's Community Care, allowing veterans to access timely and appropriate care from approved providers. It is a way to ensure veterans receive comprehensive medical attention when VA facilities are unavailable or unable to meet their needs.