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A Guide for Allergy, Immunology & Internal Medicine Specialists

In California, independent Physician Assistants (PAs) can bill the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for services provided to veterans, but it’s essential to understand the regulations surrounding this process.

Welcome to Veterans Desk, your trusted resource for connecting dedicated healthcare professionals with opportunities to serve our nation’s veterans. This guide is tailored for specialists in Allergy and Immunology, including providers with subspecialties in Internal Medicine, Clinical Immunology, or Laboratory Immunology. If you’re looking to make a lasting impact through service in the VA Community Care Network (CCN), this page will walk you through everything you need to know.

Step-by-Step Enrollment in the VA CCN

Verify Your Credentials

  • Hold an active state medical license
  • Be board certified in Allergy & Immunology or a related subspecialty (e.g., Internal Medicine + Immunology)
  • Maintain up-to-date malpractice insurance.

Prepare Required Documents

  • Updated CV or resume
  • Signed W-9 form
  • Copy of medical license and board certification(s)
  • Proof of malpractice insurance

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Submit Your Application

Submit your application through the appropriate regional portal:

Complete Required Training

Required training may include:

  • VA HIPAA and privacy compliance
  • Veteran-centered care principles

EHR documentation standards
 Visit: VA Provider Education & Training

Credentialing & Facility Review

  • Your credentials will be reviewed by the VA or its third-party administrators.
  • If applicable, your clinic may be evaluated for accessibility and regulatory compliance.

Final Contract

  • Once approved, you’ll receive a formal contract detailing reimbursement rates and service expectations.
  • Upon contract execution, you can begin accepting veteran referrals through the CCN.
VA CCN Enrollment Page
Join the Network – TriWest

Why Allergy & Immunology Specialists Matter to Veterans

Veterans often face unique environmental exposures and health conditions that contribute to allergic reactions, asthma, autoimmune disorders, and immunodeficiencies. Many of these conditions are chronic and complex, requiring expert evaluation and long-term management.


As a VA CCN Allergy & Immunology specialist, your role includes:

  • Diagnosing and managing allergic and immunologic conditions such as asthma, urticaria, eczema, anaphylaxis, and primary immunodeficiencies
  • Conducting skin and blood testing for allergens
  • Administering allergen immunotherapy (AIT), biologics, or desensitization treatments
  • Managing infusion therapies for autoimmune and immunologic conditions


Collaborating with VA rheumatologists, pulmonologists, and infectious disease teams

Key Benefits of Joining the VA CCN

  • Serve a High-Need Population: Many veterans suffer from underdiagnosed or undertreated allergic and immune disorders—your expertise fills a critical care gap.

  • Streamlined Reimbursement: Enjoy reduced administrative overhead with the VA’s simplified billing system.

  • Collaborative Practice Environment: Work with interdisciplinary care teams in a system that values specialist coordination.

  • Flexible Care Options: Provide both in-person and telehealth services, especially for follow-ups and patient counseling.
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Bridging the Gap for Veterans

Educational Support & Professional Growth

  • Attend VA-sponsored CME programs focused on allergy, immunology, asthma, autoimmune disease, and related topics.

  • Explore VA research partnerships on environmental exposures and immune disorders in veteran populations.

  • Look into federal loan repayment programs for healthcare providers working in underserved communities

Transitioning from Military Service

  • Former military physicians or immunologists can expedite credentialing by submitting DD214 and prior DoD clinical experience.

  • Highlight military-related allergy/immunology exposure in your application to strengthen your VA profile

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I perform allergy testing and immunotherapy for veterans?

 Yes. These are standard services covered by VA referrals when medically indicated.

Yes. Follow-up visits, education, and treatment planning can often be done via secure, VA-compliant telehealth platforms

Yes. These treatments are covered for qualifying conditions under VA care coordination guidelines.

 Yes, especially if your training includes Internal Medicine or Clinical Immunology. Indicate this in your enrollment to broaden your referral scope.

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Veterans Desk is not a HIPAA-covered entity under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) and is not subject to HIPAA privacy or security requirements. We do not collect, store, or transmit Protected Health Information (PHI) on behalf of veterans, healthcare providers, or any other party.

Our platform operates solely as an informational and networking resource. We offer membership access to a publicly viewable directory of VA Community Care Network (CCN) providers, along with educational links and resources. We do not provide direct medical referrals, coordinate patient care, or act as an intermediary between veterans and healthcare providers in any clinical capacity.

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  2. Veterans Desk does not give medical advice, make treatment recommendations, or guarantee provider performance.

     

  3. Any medical or personal information you choose to share with a provider is done independently and outside our control.

     

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