More Vets to Get Health Care

Priority Group 8 Enrollment Relaxation Changes 06/15/09. VA eligibility rules changed on June 15, 2009, making it easier for more Veterans to enroll in VA’s health care system. Under this new regulation, VA relaxed income restrictions on enrollment for health benefits. While this new provision does not remove consideration of income, it does increase income thresholds. A web–based calculator is available for Veterans to enter their income information, dependents, and zip code to assess if their income would fall within the proposed income threshold adjustments. Veterans are encouraged to contact VA’s Health Resource Center at 1–877–222 VETS (8387) or visit the VA health eligibility website for more information. VA

Changes to Give 265,000 Vets Health Care 06/15/09. VA officials plan to add more than 266,000 veterans to the health care program by October 2010 as part of an effort by the White House to expand coverage to those left out of the system. As the economy has faltered, the department has seen a leap in the number of vets asking for help. Military.com