Can I have Medicare benefits and still receive health care services at VA?
Yes. VA Health care depends primarily on annual Congressional appropriations, VA encourages veterans to retain any health care coverage they may already have, especially those in the lower enrollment priority groups. Veterans with private health insurance or with federally funded coverage through the Department of Defense (TRICARE), Medicare, or Medicaid, may choose to use these sources of coverage as a supplement to their VA benefits.

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1. What is VA Disability Compensation?
2. What benefits and services are available for spouses and dependents of deceased veterans?
3. What is a Veteran Identification Card (VIC) and how do I get one?
4. Are dependents of veterans eligible to receive any benefits from VA?
5. How do I find out if I am eligible for any medical care or drug benefits?
6. Do VA benefits cover nursing home care?
7. Can I have Medicare benefits and still receive health care services at VA?
8. Can I have my claim reconsidered even though denied in the past?
9. How long will it take to receive a decision on my compensation claim?
10. What is the impact of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) on VA health benefits?