PVAMC OEF/OIF/OND Program

Program Description

Veterans who served in Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation New Dawn (OEF/OIF/OND) are eligible for enhanced VA health care for five years after discharge.

Services

• Eligible veterans can enroll in VA health care, even if they do not have a service-connected disability or financial need. This enhanced eligibility period lasts for five years after discharge.
• Enrolled veterans then receive access to VA health care services. Treatment for medical problems potentially related to their military service is free. Treatment for non-related illness or injuries are subject to co-payment based on the veteran's income level.
• The OEF/OIF/OND Program at the Providence VA Medical Center holds Post-Deployment Clinic on Wednesday afternoons from 3pm-6pm, providing veterans with enrollment, integrative care, health screenings, benefits assistance, and access to community resources. The Program also hosts quarterly Saturday clinics.

Eligibility

• Discharge under other than dishonorable conditions.
• Active duty service in a theater of combat operations after November 11, 1998. This includes activated Reservists and members of the National Guard.
• Benefit period: 5 years post-discharge.

How To Apply

• Veterans can apply for health benefits through form 1010-EZ. The form can be submitted online, by phone, by mail, or in person at the Providence VA Medical Center. However, to expedite processing, the staff of the OEF/OIF Program recommends applying for health benefits through their office located on the first floor of the main hospital, room D1070.
• For information or assistance, contact a member of the OEF/OIF/OND team. Program Manager, Erin Butler (401-273-7100 x 6137), Case Manager, Laurie Harris (401-273-7100 x 4262), or Case Manager, Elizabeth Sevin (401-273-7100 x 6401). Additionally, Transition Patient Advocate for severely-injured and severely-ill veterans, Johnny Lovett can also be reached at (203-937-4876).

Supplemental Materials

Eligibility factsheet.

Related Programs

PVAMC Eligibility And Enrollment Office

About Providence VA Medical Center

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Contact Info

Erin Butler, LICSW

401-273-7100 x6137

Erin.Butler2@va.gov

830 Chalkstone Ave

Providence, RI 02908