Copayments

The US Department of Veterans Affairs has established guidelines for veterans and their copayments.  Copayments may be charged for the following services —

• inpatient care
• outpatient care
• outpatient prescriptions
• long-term care

Any copayments due should be paid upon checking out of the medical center.  Copayments may be made at the Agent Cashier window near the front lobby.

Veterans who do not make their copayments upon checking out will receive a bill at their address of record within 30 days after their stay or appointment.

If you have any questions about your copay balance, please contact our Billing Office at 1-866-582-6140.

For more information about copayments, please see http://www.va.gov/healtheligibility/costs/

Other Health Insurance

The Department of Veterans Affairs now bills private health insurance companies for care received by their enrollees.  You should bring your insurance card with you for your appointment and present it during the check-in process.

Medicare/Medicaid

The Department of Veterans Affairs does not bill Medicare or Medicaid at this time.

Claims for Medical Care obtained in the Community

Veterans treated in private hospitals not authorized by the VA may be eligible for assistance in paying these costs.

To find out if you are eligible, please contact the VA Fee Services Section at (858) 657-1313.  They will be able to assist you with questions regarding your claim.