Our outpatient clinic provides primary care and specialty health services, including mental health care, optometry, podiatry (foot care), social work, telehealth, and more. Below, you’ll find our address and hours, parking and transportation information, and the other health services we offer at our Chula Vista VA Clinic. This clinic operates like a doctor’s office where patients are seen by SCHEDULED APPOINTMENT.
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Location and contact information
- Everyone must wear a mask and practice physical distancing.
- We may screen you for COVID-19 symptoms at the entrance.
- Approved visitors only. Ask your care team who can visit.
- Ask your team about phone or video appointment options.
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Address
Phone numbers
Main phone: 619-409-1600
Mental health care: 619-476-6060
Clinical hours
- Mon:7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Tue:7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Wed:7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Thu:7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Fri:7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Sat: Closed
- Sun: Closed
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Cost: Free
Wheelchair availability:Wheelchairs are available upon arrival for patients who need them to access the building.
The VA San Diego Healthcare System has three types of medical transportation services as follows:
- Veterans Transportation Service (VTS): 858-552-7572. Call 2-10 business days in advance to schedule rides. Free of charge. No rules of eligibility apply. VTS serves San Diego area and surrounding communities as far south as Chula Vista and as far east at El Cajon. VTS can transport Veterans able to walk as well as those that uses canes, crutches, walkers, wheelchairs and powered scooters. Vans are equipped with hydraulic lifts.
- Special Mode Transportation: 858-552-7572
Specialized transportation for severely disabled Veterans. Eligibility criteria apply. For inquiries, call 858 552 7572. - Disabled American Veterans (DAV): 858-552-8585, ext. 57470. Call two weeks in advance to schedule rides. Free of charge. No rules of eligibility apply. DAV serves San Diego, El Centro, Oceanside and Escondido. DAV can transport Veterans able to walk as well as those that use canes, crutches and walkers. DAV vans are not equipped with hydraulic lifts and cannot transport Veterans in wheelchairs.
Non-DAV van services
Many localities in the region provide other van services to Veterans.
Learn more about DAV and the other van services available in your county.
Community transportation resources
- Metropolitan Transit Service (MTS): 619-557-4555
- North County Lift Van: 760-966-6500
- F.A.C.T. Transportation: 1-888-924-3228
- Rides In Sight
Beneficiary travel
Beneficiary travel benefits include round-trip transportation from your home to the medical center, mileage reimbursement, or special mode transport.Reimbursement of travel expenses related to appointments in the VA San Diego Healthcare System can be provided to Veterans meeting VA eligibility criteria. To see if you qualify and for questions you may have, please call 858-552-7572.
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Health services offered here
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Audiology and speech
Common conditions: tinnitus, vertigo, hearing loss, vestibular conditions, swallowing conditions
We diagnose and treat conditions affecting your hearing, speechor balance. These include hearing loss, tinnitus (noise or ringing the ears) and dizziness—also speech, language, voiceor swallowing disorders.
Contact information
- Mon.8:00 a.m.to4:30 p.m.
- Tue.8:00 a.m.to4:30 p.m.
- Wed.8:00 a.m.to4:30 p.m.
- Thu.8:00 a.m.to4:30 p.m.
- Fri.8:00 a.m.to4:30 p.m.
- Sat. Closed
- Sun. Closed
Audiology
858-552-7564
Appointments
Currently, we are only providing Audiology service in this clinic, no Speech pathology service.
Phone
858-552-7475
Referral required?No
Walk-ins accepted?No
Our Audiology and Speech Pathology clinic provides diagnostic and rehabilitative services, VA compensation and pension examinations, and screening for employee hearing conservation. We offer a full range of audiology and speech pathology services like:
- Hearing and balance evaluations
- Selection, management, and repair of hearing aids and assistive listening device assessments
- Evaluation, programming, and management of cochlear implants and bone-anchored implants
- Evaluation and treatment for auditory processing disorder
- Services that help with speech, language, fluency, voice, cognitive communication, swallowing, stuttering, and laryngectomy (surgical removal of the larynx, which contains your vocal cords)
Learn more about VA hearing aids
Gynecology
Our specialists offer reproductive health care services for women Veterans, including contraception, pregnancy care and fertility treatment.
Contact information
- Mon.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Tue.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Wed.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Thu.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Fri.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Sat. Closed
- Sun. Closed
Appointments
Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.
Phone
619-409-1600
Referral required?No
Walk-ins accepted?No
Our gynecologists focus on the female reproductive system and provide services that include:
- Mammograms for breast cancer, screenings for sexually transmitted disease, and Pap tests for cervical cancer
- Counseling and treatment for contraception, pregnancy, and infertility
- Osteoporosis screening for brittle bones
- Exams for abnormal uterine bleeding, pelvic pain, or various cancers
- Primary care checkups
Laboratory and pathology
We offer blood tests and other advanced testing services to help you and your VA health care team monitor your health, find and understand any health problemsand make informed treatment decisions.
Contact information
- Mon.7:30 a.m.to3:30 p.m.
- Tue.7:30 a.m.to3:30 p.m.
- Wed.7:30 a.m.to3:30 p.m.
- Thu.7:30 a.m.to3:30 p.m.
- Fri.7:30 a.m.to3:30 p.m.
- Sat. Closed
- Sun. Closed
Appointments
Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.
Phone
619-409-1600
Referral required?No
Walk-ins accepted?Yes
Our laboratories provide a full range of clinical and diagnostic testing services. Our laboratory and pathology services include:
- Study of blood, urine, and other bodily fluids for illness management
- Testing for infectious diseases
- Cytopathology (study of unusual cells) and surgical pathology (study of tissue removed during surgery)
- Autopsy services
Mental health care
Common conditions: addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, OCD
If you’re struggling with issues like PTSD, depression, grief, anger or trauma, we offer counseling and other support. All VA health care facilities offer same-day help. You may qualify even without enrolling in VA health care.
Contact information
- Mon.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Tue.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Wed.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Thu.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Fri.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Sat. Closed
- Sun. Closed
Appointments
Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.
Phone
619-409-1600
Referral required?No
Walk-ins accepted?No
Our medical center and clinics provide consultation, evaluation, and treatment for a range of issues that may impact your mental health or emotional well-being. Our confidential outpatient services include individual and group therapy for:
- Psychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression
- Marriage and relationship problems
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Anxiety, addictive behaviors, and personality disorders
- Aggressive or self-harming behaviors
Learn more and connect with a care coordinator
Nutrition, food, and dietary care
Our nutrition experts work closely with you and your care team to help make sure you’re getting the nutrition you need to get and stay as healthy as possible.
Contact information
- Mon.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Tue.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Wed.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Thu.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Fri.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Sat. Closed
- Sun. Closed
Appointments
Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.
Phone
619-409-1600
Referral required?No
Walk-ins accepted?No
Our registered dietitians can help you maintain or improve your health with good nutrition tailored to your needs. Through group, individual, and telehealth sessions, we provide nutrition education and counseling in areas such as:
- Cardiovascular and heart health
- Chronic kidney disease
- Diabetes
- Eating disorders
- Digestive health
- Pregnancy and postpartum nutrition
- Weight management
Optometry
Common conditions: vision exams, prescription eyeglasses, contact lenses
Our optometrists offer you routine eye exams, preventive vision testingand treatment for conditions like glaucoma. We also provide prescriptions for eyeglasses and other assistive devices.
Contact information
- Mon.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Tue.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Wed.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Thu.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Fri.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Sat. Closed
- Sun. Closed
Appointments
Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.
Phone
619-409-1600
Referral required?No
Walk-ins accepted?No
Our optometrists provide many eye-related services and treatments like:
- Vision services and eye exams
- Treatment for diseases and injuries of the retina, cornea, and other parts of your eye
- Low-vision services for conditions like macular degeneration that can’t be corrected by glasses, surgery, or medication
- Special eye exams for diabetic patients
Pharmacy
Our specialists provide a full range of services to help you get and understand your prescription medicines and supplies. You can refill VA prescriptions online, by phone or by mail.
Contact information
- Mon.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Tue.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Wed.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Thu.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Fri.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Sat. Closed
- Sun. Closed
Appointments
Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.
Phone
619-409-1600
Referral required?No
Walk-ins accepted?No
Our pharmacy provides you and other Veterans with convenient, efficient service to make it easy to get your medications and medical supplies. You can:
- Pick up new prescriptions in person
- Receive medication information and medication counseling
- Refill prescriptions online, over the phone, or by mail
- Online using MyHealtheVet
- By phone by calling 858-552-4390
- By mail by returning your refill slip to:
VA San Diego Healthcare System
Pharmacy Service
3350 La Jolla Village Drive
San Diego, CA 92161
Learn more about pharmacy services at VA San Diego
Podiatry
Common conditions: arthritis, bunions, diabetic foot care, foot deformities, skin and nail conditions
Our podiatry specialists evaluate and treat a wide range of injuries, diseasesand disorders that affect your feet and ankles—from ingrown toenails to inflammation to diabetic foot ulcers.
Contact information
- Mon.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Tue.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Wed.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Thu.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Fri.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Sat. Closed
- Sun. Closed
Appointments
Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.
Phone
619-409-1600
Referral required?No
Walk-ins accepted?No
After years of walking, running, marching, jumping, rappelling, and parachuting, many Veterans experience trouble with their feet and ankles. We can help treat those problems so you can continue to enjoy an active lifestyle. Our podiatry services include:
- Arthritis care for inflamed, swollen, or damaged joints
- Foot and ankle fracture treatment, repair of cartilage, torn tendons and ligaments
- Injections to reduce pain and swelling
- Joint arthroplasty (surgical repair or reconstruction) and replacement
- Minimally invasive surgery and post-surgical rehabilitation
- Foot health maintenance procedures (bunion removal, resurfacing, and nail trimming)
Primary care
Your VA primary care provider will work closely with you to plan for all the care you need to stay healthy and well throughout your life, including immunizations and vaccinations. They will also work withfamily members or caregivers who support you.
Contact information
- Mon.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Tue.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Wed.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Thu.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Fri.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Sat. Closed
- Sun. Closed
Appointments
Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.
Phone
619-409-1600
Referral required?No
Walk-ins accepted?No
A strong network of family and internal medicine specialists and services can offer you the best possible care. Internal medicine doctors (internists) prevent, diagnose, and treat adult diseases. Doctors who specialize in family medicine provide primary health care to the entire family. Your primary care team can coordinate the many services you receive such as:
- Labs and blood work
- Mental health care
- Women's health care
- Radiology
- Social services
- Telehealth
Returning service member care
If you’re returning from military service, we can help you readjust to civilian life and get started with VA health care. We can also help connect you withprograms like mental health services and education and career counseling.
Contact information
- Mon.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Tue.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Wed.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Thu.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Fri.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Sat. Closed
- Sun. Closed
Appointments
Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.
Phone
619-409-1600
Referral required?No
Walk-ins accepted?No
We can help you readjust to civilian life if you’re returning from military service, on active duty, or an activated National Guard or Reserve member. Talk to one of our care coordinators about how to best use your health care benefits.
- Polytrauma care (if you have multiple traumatic injuries)
- Counseling and rehabilitation
- Mental and behavioral health services
- Family benefits counseling and assistance
- Referral assistance
Learn more and connect with a coordinator
Social workers are here to help Veterans, familiesand caregiverswith almost any need, from help with finances or housing to questions about treatment to just feeling overwhelmed. We are here for you.
Contact information
- Mon.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Tue.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Wed.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Thu.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Fri.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Sat. Closed
- Sun. Closed
Appointments
Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.
Phone
619-409-1600
Referral required?No
Walk-ins accepted?No
Social work is integral to health care. We can help you and your family manage stress-related problems due to injury or illness, and find VA community resources to meet your needs like:
- Case management and care coordination
- Crisis intervention
- Housing resources
- Substance abuse and mental health care
- Caregiver support
- Advanced directives
Telehealth
With VA telehealth, you can get care from your health providers without having to travel. Get checkups and treatment, talk about your careand more—from home or elsewhere.
Contact information
- Mon.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Tue.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Wed.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Thu.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Fri.7:30 a.m.to4:00 p.m.
- Sat. Closed
- Sun. Closed
Appointments
Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.
Phone
619-409-1600
Referral required?No
Walk-ins accepted?No
We use the latest in secure digital technology to set up remote visits with our health care providers. We offer video conferencing, home telehealth services, and store-and-forward telehealth that lets you securely send your health information to experts at VA facilities. We offer telehealth visits with providers in:
- Mental health
- Retinal care (eye)
- Bariatric surgery (visit remotely with your weight-loss surgery team before and after your operation)
- Dermatology
- Rehabilitation
- Primary care
Women Veteran care
Common conditions: women's primary care, mental health, obstetrics and gynecology, pap smear, mammogram
We offer women’s health services to meet your specific needssuch asdisease screenings, mental health treatment, recovery from military sexual trauma, maternity careand female-specific medical equipment.
Contact information
- Mon.8:00 a.m.to5:00 p.m.
- Tue.8:00 a.m.to5:00 p.m.
- Wed.8:00 a.m.to5:00 p.m.
- Thu.8:00 a.m.to5:00 p.m.
- Fri.8:00 a.m.to5:00 p.m.
- Sat. Closed
- Sun. Closed
Women Veterans Program Manager
858-642-3676
Appointments
Contact us to schedule, reschedule, or cancel your appointment. If a referral is required, you’ll need to contact your primary care provider first.
Phone
619-409-1600
Our women's health program offers complete health care for women Veterans of all ages. Our primary care providers specialize in women’s health. They work closely with specialists in gynecology, obstetrics, female urology, oncology, medicine, radiology, surgery, and breast illness. Our services for women Veterans include:
- Ultrasounds, mammograms, Pap and HPV tests
- Mental health care and counseling
- Lifestyle wellness services
- Menopause treatment, including hormonal therapy
- Family planning, contraceptive care, and infertility evaluation
Learn more and connect with a Women Veterans Program Manager
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VA San Diego Healthcare System has 296 authorized beds, including skilled nursing beds. We also operate several regional referral programs, including cardiovascular surgery and spinal cord injury. The facility also supports three Vet Centers at the following locations: Chula Vista, San Diego, and San Marcos.
What VISN is San Diego VA? ›VISN 22: Desert Pacific Healthcare Network.
How do I contact the VA? ›- Telecommunications Relay Services (using TTY) 711. Hours: 24/7.
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VA usually reevaluates veterans' service-connected disabilities on two occasions: Six months after leaving military service; and. Between two and five years from the date of the decision to grant VA disability benefits.
Why do some veterans not get benefits? ›Often, the VA will schedule a C&P exam in connection with a compensation application. This exam is not optional. If you don't attend, the VA can deny your application solely for that reason. Improperly re-scheduling or skipping your C&P is a common reason many veterans miss out on their hard earned disability benefits.
What is the highest rated VA hospital? ›Chula Vista ranks No. 1 for veterans health care.
What state has the best VA care? ›Overall, South Dakota ranks highest as the best state for veterans to live and work this year, according to SmartAsset. Wyoming, North Dakota, West Virginia and Maine round out the top five.
What is the biggest VA hospital in the US? ›Officially named the Fredericksburg Health Care Center (HCC), the four-story clinic will span over 470,000 square feet and is expected to serve more than 29,000 Veterans annually.
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| Hospital Name | Biloxi VA Medical Center |
| State | MS |
| Definitive ID | 2267 |
| IDN | VA South Central VA Health Care Network (VISN 16) |
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Veterans Integrated Services Network: The U.S. is divided into 18 Veterans Integrated Service Networks, or VISNs — regional systems of care working together to better meet local health care needs and provides greater access to care.
What does Visn stand for at the VA? ›Within VHA, these networks—known as Veterans Integrated Service Networks (VISN)—manage the day-to-day functions of medical centers and also provide administrative and clinical oversight of medical centers.
At what age does VA disability stop? ›When veterans reach age 67, all VA disability payments would revert to the amount associated with the rated disability level; veterans age 67 or older who are already receiving IU payments would no longer receive them after the effective date of the option.
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Go to eBenefits to find a local representative (including a recognized VSO, an attorney, or a claims agent) by state/territory, zip code, or the organization's name. Or search the VA Office of the General Counsel's list to find VA-recognized organizations and VA-accredited individuals by name, city, state, or zip code.
Is PTSD a permanent disability? ›Yes, PTSD is considered a permanent VA disability. The Department of Veteran Affairs recognizes post-traumatic stress disorder as a serious, life-altering mental condition and will award disability benefits to qualified veterans suffering from PTSD.
How do I know if my C&P exam went well? ›The best, and often only, way to tell if a C&P exam went well for the veteran is to read the exam report. However, VA does not issue the veteran a copy of the report unless they specifically request it. To do this, veterans can send a letter requesting a copy of their exam report to their Regional Office.
What is the 10 year rule for VA disability? ›The VA disability 10-year rule states that the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) cannot eliminate a disability rating that has been in place for at least 10 years unless there is evidence of fraud. This 10-year period is calculated from the effective date of VA's original grant for service connection.
Do you get extra money from Social Security for being a veteran? ›Under certain circumstances, special earnings can be credited to your military pay record for Social Security purposes. The extra earnings are for periods of active duty or active duty for training. These extra earnings may help you qualify for Social Security or increase the amount of your Social Security benefit.
Do veterans get free life insurance? ›Service-Disabled Veterans' Life Insurance (S-DVI) provides life insurance coverage to Veterans who have been given a VA rating for a new service-connected disability in the last two years. Totally disabled Veterans are eligible for free coverage and have the opportunity to purchase additional life insurance.
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Under VEVRAA, a veteran may be classified as a ''disabled veteran,'' ''recently separated veteran,'' ''active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran,'' or ''Armed Forces service medal veteran. ''
Where is the best place for veterans to live? ›- #8 - Boise City, ID.
- #7 - El Paso, TX.
- #6 - Durham, NC.
- #5 - Lincoln, NE.
- #4 - Raleigh, NC.
- #3 - Fort Wayne, IN.
- #2 - Colorado Springs, CO.
- #1 - Chesapeake, VA.
Do Veterans Have to Sign Up for Medicare? Medicare is not mandatory. However, there is significant value to signing up for this coverage when you become eligible. If you only have coverage through VA benefits, you may only receive care at a VA facility, unless otherwise approved.
Does the VA have the best surgeons? ›The results showed VA facilities performed better or as good as non-VA hospitals in overall patient safety indicators (PSIs), which measure potential hospital complications and adverse events following surgeries and other procedures. VA hospitals performed much better in surgery specific PSIs.
What state is the most military friendly? ›North Carolina is the most military friendly state in the nation. Governor Cooper is proud that North Carolina has the third largest military presence in the country, as well as more than 720,000 veterans who call our state home.
Can you live off of VA disability? ›Yes, it is possible to receive VA disability benefits for life. However, you are not guaranteed VA disability benefits for life.
How many veterans rated 100 disabled? ›Number of veterans who had a 70 to 90 percent disability rating: 2,420. Number of veterans who had a 100 percent disability rating: 1,180.
How good is VA health care? ›Examining a wide array of commonly used measures of health care quality, researchers found that VA hospitals generally provided better quality care than non-VA hospitals and the VA's outpatient services were better quality when compared to commercial HMOs, Medicaid HMOs and Medicare HMOs.
What state has the most VA hospitals? ›With so many vets to serve, there are about 1,293 VA health care facilities across the country, making the Veterans Health Administration the largest integrated health care system in the United States. And the state with the most VA hospitals is California.
What is a five point veterans preference? ›You are a 5 point preference eligible if your active duty service meets any of the following: 180 or more consecutive days, any part of which occurred during the period beginning September 11, 2001 and ending on a future date prescribed by Presidential proclamation or law as the last date of Operation Iraqi Freedom, OR.
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Who qualifies for free VA health care? ›We're committed to providing free health care for conditions related to military service and for Veterans with catastrophic disabilities and disability ratings of at least 50%, as well as for those who can't afford to pay for care.
Is the VA the largest healthcare system? ›VHA Leadership
VA, the nation's largest health care system, employs more than 371,000 health care professionals and support staff at 1,298 health care facilities, including 171 VA Medical Centers and 1,113 outpatient sites of care of varying complexity (VHA outpatient clinics).
With so many vets to serve, there are about 1,293 VA health care facilities across the country, making the Veterans Health Administration the largest integrated health care system in the United States. And the state with the most VA hospitals is California.
How many VISNs are in Virginia? ›Veterans Health Administration
Veterans Integrated Services Network: The U.S. is divided into 18 Veterans Integrated Service Networks, or VISNs — regional systems of care working together to better meet local health care needs and provides greater access to care.
VA Medical Centers
The Veterans Health Administration is home to the United States' largest integrated health care system consisting of 171 medical centers.