Action Plan: Got care through the Veterans Health Administration (VA)
Your situation: You got care through the Veterans Health Administration (VA)
This action plan applies to you if:
- You’re having issues with a medical bill you got
- You got health care through the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA)
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Action Plan
Follow these steps to clear up confusion about medical bills and reduce costs.
Contact the VA if you have questions about your bill.
Call the VA, or contact them online.
You can also visit your nearest VA health center and talk with a member of the center’s revenue staff.
Find your nearest VA health center on VA.gov
Dispute your VA copayment or balance amount.
You have the right to dispute all, or part, of your VA copayment or balance amount.
To avoid late charges, you’ll need to dispute the debt within 30 days of getting your bill.
Learn how to dispute charges on VA.gov
Ask for VA financial hardship assistance.
You can ask for:
- Debt relief for your current VA copayment debt
- A repayment plan to pay your debt over time
- An exemption from future copays
Still have questions? Find the answers you need in a way that works for you.
Call the No Surprises Help Desk
Get answers about the No Surprises Act. Call our Help Desk at 1-800-985-3059. We can help you in English, Spanish and over 350 other languages.
Find a patient advocate near you
Patient advocates can help you navigate the healthcare system. Work with an advocate to get the care and resources you need.
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08/25/2026 04:01 PM