What happens if I fail to show for VA exam?

If you were unable to attend your exam and did not contact VA in advance, your appointment will be considered a “no- show.” You will have to request a new exam appointment by calling 1-800-827-1000. If you fail to show up to any claim or C&P exam(s), it is likely that your claim decision will be delayed while VA tries to reschedule your exam.

Do you have to go to VA claim exam?

No, not everyone will be requested to attend a VA exam. After you have applied for disability compensation and/or pension, you may receive a phone call or a letter from VA or a VA partner asking you to come to a claim exam, also known as a C&P exam. If you have claimed benefits based upon several disabilities, you may be asked to report for one

Is the VA exam done at the expense of the VA?

The exam is performed at the expense of VA and, just as if the exam was done at a VA medical center, the exam is used in the claim decision process for disability compensation or pension benefits.

Can a family member participate in a VA exam?

Yes, at your request and the approval of the examiner, family members, caregivers, and significant others may be allowed to join you during an exam, but may not participate in and/or interfere with the exam.

Can you still use the VA for health care?

Yes. You can continue to use VA for all your health care needs, or complement your VA care with private health insurance or coverage by other federal health care programs, including Medicare, Medicaid, and TRICARE. What is the Health Insurance Marketplace?

How is the VA responding to the Affordable Care Act?

VA is committed to ensuring Veterans are aware of the opportunities to meet the health care reform law’s minimum essential standards for coverage either through enrollment with VA or through the purchase of insurance offered by the Health Insurance Marketplace.

Are there any myths about eligibility for VA health care?

I wasn’t injured in the service, so I’m not eligible for VA health care. One of the most common myths revolves around eligibility for health care at VA. Many think that you have to first establish a disability rating before you can start to make appointments, see doctors and receive medication. That is not the case.

How does your income affect your VA eligibility?

Income affects VA eligibility. Income is not the only issue; net worth is also a consideration for enrollment based on means test. If your health care eligibility is based on financial need, your family net worth (over $80,000) can prevent you from qualifying for VA health care.