- VA medical centers. These centers offer a range of services: ...
- VA community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs). ...
- Vet Centers. ...
- VA Community Living Centers and other assisted living or residential (live-in) settings. ...
- Your own home.
How to deal with VA hospital who won't accept payment?
I advise people to have the admitting hospital or a family member call the nearest VA hospital and then make notes of times that calls were made and who you spoke to and so on. If you had a 5 day stay and didn't try to get transferred to a VA hospital, VA won't consider any payment.
When is a hospital not legally obliged to treat you?
If someone has an emergency medical condition, the hospital must provide care that stabilizes the person. If you are not in an emergency situation and you do not have insurance, the hospital is not legally obliged to treat you.
Can a hospital be held liable for refusing to treat you?
Yes. In many cases, a hospital can be held liable for refusing to treat a seriously hurt person in an emergency situation. Courts realize that emergency room (ER) patients generally need immediate medical attention, and failure to treat them is more than likely to lead to an aggravated injury or even death.
What if I don't want to leave the hospital?
Talk to the hospital discharge planner (often a social worker) if you don't think you're medically ready to leave the hospital. The discharge planner will take your concerns to the doctor who makes this decision.
What can I do if my VA isn't helping?
If you have a problem with your care provider, VA medical facility, or any other aspect of your care, you can:Discuss the issue with your primary care provider or another member of your health care team.If that doesn't help, contact the patient advocate at your VA medical center or clinic.
Can the VA refuse to treat you?
You can agree to or refuse any treatment. You will be told what is likely to happen to you if you refuse a treatment. Refusing a treatment will not affect your rights to future care but you take responsibility for the impact this decision may have on your health.
What is a VA ombudsman?
The VA's task-order and delivery-order ombudsman is the Associate Executive Director for Procurement Policy, Systems, and Oversight.
How do I file a congressional complaint against the VA?
Resources and support.Call us. 800-698-2411.Visit a medical center or regional office. Find a VA location.
Will the VA pay for outside treatment?
VA can pay for emergency medical care outside the United States if the emergency is related to your service-connected condition.
Why does the VA not care?
Instead of simply providing care to all veterans who pass statutory muster, VA creates its own set of regulations that further excludes former service members. It assumes that those who received honorable or general (under honorable conditions) discharges qualify as veterans and thus can receive services.
How do I contact my local ombudsman?
Additionally, all long-term care facilities are required to post, in a visible location, the phone number for the local Ombudsman office and the Statewide CRISISline number 1-800-231-4024.
How do I find a VSO in my area?
Go to eBenefits to find a local representative (including a recognized VSO, an attorney, or a claims agent) by state/territory, zip code, or the organization's name. Or search the VA Office of the General Counsel's list to find VA-recognized organizations and VA-accredited individuals by name, city, state, or zip code.
Who is the current veterans ombudsman?
Nishika JardineYour Ombudsperson Colonel (Ret'd) Nishika Jardine served almost 37 years as an officer in the Corps of Royal Canadian Electrical & Mechanical Engineers (RCEME).
Who is in charge of VA oversight?
Secretary of Veterans Affairs The Honorable Denis Richard McDonough was nominated by President Biden to lead the Department of Veterans Affairs. Mr. McDonough's nomination was confirmed by the United States Senate on February 8th, 2021, and he was sworn in the following day as the 11th Secretary of Veterans Affairs.
Can a senator help with a VA claim?
If you need assistance with a benefits claim or other casework, you can contact your Member Of Congress for assistance. You can also reach out the VA's office in Congress at (202) 225-2280.
Can a senator help with VA disability?
Senator Feinstein's office can assist California veterans in applying for health and education benefits. If you are a veteran and looking for assistance with your case, please contact Senator Feinstein's San Francisco Office at (415) 393-0707.
Are There Any Exceptions to This Rule?
Yes. In many cases, a hospital can be held liable for refusing to treat a seriously hurt person in an emergency situation. Courts realize that emer...
Does It Matter Who Refuses to Provide Treatment?
Yes. The person who refuses medical treatment to a patient must be an employee of the hospital. In addition, that person must have the authorizatio...
Is The Reason For Refusing to Admit Or Treat A Patient Important?
Yes, in some cases. Where a physician's refusal to provide treatment was based on a medical determination (i.e. the doctor concludes that the patie...
How Can A Lawyer Help Me?
If you have been denied admittance or treatment by a hospital, suffering consequential injuries in the process, you should contact a personal injur...
Nondiscrimination and Respect
Health Information and Privacy
- Your privacy will be protected.
- You will be given information about the health benefits you can receive. The information will be provided in a way you can understand.
- You will receive information about the costs of your care (for example, co-payments), if any, before you are treated. You are responsible for paying your portion of any costs associated w…
- Your privacy will be protected.
- You will be given information about the health benefits you can receive. The information will be provided in a way you can understand.
- You will receive information about the costs of your care (for example, co-payments), if any, before you are treated. You are responsible for paying your portion of any costs associated with your c...
- Your health record will be kept confidential. Information about you will not be released without your authorization unless permitted by law (an example of this is State public health reporting). Yo...
Partnering in Care
- You have a right to express your preferences concerning future medical care in an advance directive, including designating a health care agent to make health care decisions on your behalf when you...
- You, and any person(s) you choose, will be involved in all decisions about your care. You will be given information you can understand about the benefits and risks of treatment in your prefe…
- You have a right to express your preferences concerning future medical care in an advance directive, including designating a health care agent to make health care decisions on your behalf when you...
- You, and any person(s) you choose, will be involved in all decisions about your care. You will be given information you can understand about the benefits and risks of treatment in your preferred la...
- Tell your provider about your current condition, medicines (including over-the-counter and herbals), and medical history. Also, share any other information that affects your health. You should ask...
- You will be given, in writing, the name and title of the provider in charge of your care. You hav…
Concerns Or Complaints
- You are encouraged and expected to seek help from your treatment team or a patient advocate if you have problems or complaints. Any privacy complaints will be addressed by the facility Privacy Offi...
- If you believe that you or your family member has been neglected, abused or exploited by VA staff, please report this promptly to the treatment team or patient advocate. You will receive …
- You are encouraged and expected to seek help from your treatment team or a patient advocate if you have problems or complaints. Any privacy complaints will be addressed by the facility Privacy Offi...
- If you believe that you or your family member has been neglected, abused or exploited by VA staff, please report this promptly to the treatment team or patient advocate. You will receive help immed...
- If you believe the organization has failed to address or satisfy your concerns about health care quality and safety, you may contact the Joint Commission's Office of Quality Monitoring at 1-800-994...
Additional Rights and Responsibilities of Community Living Center Residents
- Because the CLC serves as your home for short or long-stay services, you have the following additional rights and responsibilities as a CLC resident: 1. Staff will knock on your bedroom door prior to entry. 2. You have the right to receive care from the same staff member every day to the extent that consistent assignment is possible. 3. You may hav...