In this VetTech tutorial, Tim, BVA Director of Special Initiatives and CATIS, demonstrates the features available in the VA Health and Benefits iOS app with VoiceOver. The VA health and Benefits app makes accessing crucial Veteran information and services a breeze thanks to the very accessible and intuitive interface. Veterans will be able to:

• Check the status of active and closed claims;
• review the decision made on a closed claim;
• Review upcoming and pst medical appointments;
• compose and read secure messages with medical providers;
• review vaccination records;
• review and update your VA profile; and
• view and print various VA letters.

VA Health and Benefits Information

• Description – Save time by managing VA benefits and health care information from your mobile device The official VA mobile app helps you manage your VA health care and benefits on your mobile device. Use the app to manage common tasks like checking your claim status, communicating with your VA health care team, and accessing your VA benefit letters. Features include: Biometric Sign-in – Use your phone’s built-in security features — like fingerprint and face recognition — to securely access your information. Claims and Appeals – Check your claim or appeal status. – Submit additional evidence from your mobile device. Appointments – Check or cancel your VA health appointments. – Easily add existing appointments to your calendar. Secure Messaging – Communicate privately with your VA health care team. Letters Download common VA letters and documents like: – Benefit Summary and Service Verification Letter – Proof of Service Card – Commissary Letter Profile – Check your disability rating. – Update your contact information. – Update your direct deposit information for disability compensation and pension benefits. VA Vaccine Records – Review your COVID-19 and other VA vaccine records. Payments – Review payments made to you by the VA. Facility Locator – Find VA facilities and services near you. Veterans Crisis Line – Quickly access the VA Crisis Line. Need help with this app? Call us at @800-698-2411 (TTY: 711). We’re here 24/7.
• Reviewed on December 21, 2022
• Version 1.36
• Apple App Store link – https://apps.apple.com/us/app/va-health-and-benefits/id1559609596

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