As a Veteran, you may be eligible to get care outside VA. This means we’ll pay for the cost of your care from a health care provider in our community care network.

Jun 21, 2024 · VA provides care to Veterans through community providers when VA cannot provide the care needed. Community care is based on specific eligibility requirements, …

Oct 2, 2023 · Veterans may be eligible for community care based on their health care needs and circumstances. We explain eligibility and how to schedule an appointment.

Nov 6, 2023 · VA provides health care for Veterans from providers in your local community outside of VA. Veterans may be eligible to receive care from a community provider when VA …

Oct 1, 2022 · Yes, usually. Regardless of which eligibility criterion you meet, community care must generally be authorized in advance by VA before you can make an appointment with, and …

Under the VA MISSION Act of 2018, Veterans have better access and greater choice in health care either at VA or a community provider through improved eligibility criteria.

Jul 6, 2023 · Our VA community care network helps us offer Veterans quality health care outside VA, in their local communities, when needed. Learn about our network and covered services. …

Jul 23, 2025 · VA's Community Care Network (CCN) is the preferred national network used to purchase care for eligible Veterans in their community. Here are some other resources for …

Apr 9, 2019 · VA recently proposed new rules for Veteran community care that include six new eligibility criteria for Veterans under the VA MISSION Act, which was signed into law by …

Jun 14, 2021 · The Veterans Community Care Program provides health care to eligible Veterans through local, in-network providers outside of VA medical facilities. This guide describes some …