📋 VA Appointment Prep — Make Every Visit Count

Select your appointment type below for a customized checklist. Check off items as you prepare so nothing gets missed.

Step 1: Select Your Appointment Type

Step 2: Your Checklist

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💡 General Tips for All VA Appointments
  • 📱 MyHealtheVet — Sign up for online appointment scheduling and secure messaging with your care team
  • 📲 VA Health & Benefits App — Use it for check-in, viewing records, and Rx refills
  • 💰 Travel Pay — Request reimbursement if you're 30%+ or meet income limits (file via BTSSS or at kiosk)
  • Cancellations — Cancel at least 24 hours in advance to avoid no-show flags
  • 📄 Records — Always ask for copies of exam notes and test results for your personal files
  • 🤝 Support Person — You can bring someone to any appointment for support and to help remember details
  • 📝 Write It Down — Bring a list of questions/concerns so you don't forget in the moment
Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 (then press 1), text 838255, or chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net