📋 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.
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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