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Posted on April 23, 2024
Safeguarding your identity: Keeping your VA benefits safe from identity theft and fraud
In the contemporary digital era, identity theft is a more likely occurrence than home burglary or car theft. As a Veteran, you hold more sensitive information than an average citizen, necessitating careful protection of your personal accounts, Veteran ID, VA.gov account login, and any benefits you may receive, such as disability compensation and education benefits. Veterans are highly susceptible to fraudulent activities, online scams and deceitful individuals....Posted on April 19, 2024
Headed To the Doctor? Bring Proof of Your TRICARE Coverage
FALLS CHURCH, Va. – Are you preparing for a trip to the doctor’s office or the pharmacy? If so, make sure you have your proof of TRICARE coverage. For most people with TRICARE, you’ll need to show your Uniformed Services ID card to your provider as proof of TRICARE eligibility. If you’re an active duty service member, you’ll need to show your Common Access Card. Each ID card has a unique 11-digit Department of Defense Benefits Number ...Posted on April 19, 2024
Is CHAMPVA for your family?
Are you a Veteran with a permanent and total service-connected disability? Did you know your family members may have access to VA-covered care through the Civilian Health and Medical Program of VA (CHAMPVA)? To help Veterans and their family members learn more about the program, theSITREP – VA Health Care Made Simple invited CHAMPVA’s deputy director and Coast Guard Veteran Luke Davis to its podcast. In the podcast, Davis answers frequently asked questions about...Posted on April 16, 2024