What’s a veteran health id card (vhic) and how do i get one? | veterans affairs

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Your Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC) is a card you get when you’re enrolled in VA health care. You’ll use your card to check in to your appointments at VA medical centers. This


secure ID card keeps your personal information safe while giving us the information we need to access your VA health record. You may also use this card to get Veteran discounts at many


stores, businesses, and restaurants. If you have a VHIC, you don’t need to request another type of photo ID card to prove you’re a Veteran or to get retail or business discounts. NOTE: You


can’t use your VHIC as a credit card or insurance card. You can’t use the card to pay copays or authorize care at non-VA health facilities. You can request your VHIC online or in person at


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DISABILITY File a claim for disability compensation for conditions related to your military service, and manage your benefits over time. * HEALTH CARE Apply for VA health care, find out how


to access services, and manage your health and benefits online.