VA Healthcare (Service-Connected)
Outpatient and inpatient care for service-connected conditions.
Federal BenefitHealthcare
Verified September 30, 2026 against va.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Healthcare — Federal
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Where it applies
- United States
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is VA Healthcare (Service-Connected)?
VA Healthcare (Service-Connected) is a federal healthcare benefit for veterans. Outpatient and inpatient care for service-connected conditions.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Available to any veteran
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Must have a service-connected disability rating (even 0%).
What VA Healthcare (Service-Connected) covers
Priority group
Veterans with 50%+ are Priority Group 1 (no copays). Veterans with 30%-40% are Priority Group 2. Veterans with 10%-20% are Priority Group 3. Veterans with a compensable 0% rating (paid SC condition) are Priority Group 6. Veterans with a non-compensable 0% rating (no monthly compensation) are Priority Group 5, but enrollment is income-dependent.
Covers
Primary care, specialist visits, mental health, prescriptions, and hospital care for service-connected conditions.
How to apply for VA Healthcare (Service-Connected)
How to apply
Submit VA Form 10-10EZ online, by mail, or in person at your local VA Medical Center enrollment office.
Copays may apply for non-service-connected care depending on priority group.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- va.gov
Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about VA Healthcare (Service-Connected)
Who qualifies for VA Healthcare (Service-Connected)?
VA Healthcare (Service-Connected) is for Veterans; available to any veteran. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How do I apply for VA Healthcare (Service-Connected)?
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify VA Healthcare (Service-Connected)?
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.
Other Federal Healthcare
- VA Dental (Service-Connected)Dental care for service-connected dental conditions.
- Full VA HealthcareAll VA healthcare free — service-connected or not.
- CHAMPVA for DependentsHealthcare for spouse and dependents not eligible for TRICARE.
- Full VA Dental CareComprehensive dental coverage for 100% disabled veterans (schedular or TDIU).