Medicare and VA Benefits

Many Veterans who are eligible to receive their health care at VA facilities may question their need to enroll in Medicare Part B and Part D.
Medicare and VA Basics
It is true you cannot use Medicare at VA facilities. However, if you enroll in Medicare Part B you will have access to non-VA healthcare including doctors, ambulance and hospital outpatient services. Before making a decision to decline Medicare benefits, read the SHIIP factsheet using the link below.