Civilian Health And Medical Program Of The Department Of Veterans Affairs (CHAMPVA) | United States Department Of Veterans Affairs
Eligibility
Individuals may be eligible for CHAMPVA if they don’t qualify for TRICARE (the Defense Department’s health care program for service members and their families) and one of these descriptions is true:
They are the spouse or dependent child of a Veteran who’s been rated permanently and totally disabled from a service-connected disability.
They are the surviving spouse or dependent child of a Veteran who died from a service-connected disability
They are the surviving spouse or dependent child of a Veteran who was at the time of their death rated permanently and totally disabled from a service-connected disability
Note: In certain cases, they may be eligible for CHAMPVA if you’re the surviving spouse or dependent child of a service member who died in the line of duty, not due to misconduct.
Required documents
Discharge papers (DD-214). Other dicumentation needed will vary based on who the client is and their situation.
Hours
M-F: 8:00am-5:00pm
Application process
Phone for application information M-F: 8:00am-5:00pm. May also apply online.
Fees
Free to enroll for health benefits; may have to pay fees or co-pays.
Service area
United States
Description
Provides a health care plan for the spouses and children of veterans. Covers most medical and mental health services and supplies.
Data provided by
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Providing organization
United States Department Of Veterans Affairs
Administers the laws providing benefits and other services to veterans and their dependents, and the beneficiaries of veterans. Advocates for America's veterans and their families to ensure that they receive medical care, benefits, social support, and lasting memorials.