VA Community Care Made Simple : Your Guide to Fast Referrals and Zero Medical Debt
VA Community Care Made Simple: Your Guide to Fast Referrals and Zero Medical Debt Get the care you earned—without the bills you didn’t. At Veterans Desk, Inc., we’re here to make VA Community Care work for you. As a nonprofit help desk, our mission is simple: help Veterans get timely, stress-free medical appointments and keep […]
What to do at your VA visit
VA Community Care: Veteran Patient Care From Exam Room to Paid Claim: Part 1 of 4 — Ask for Community Care & Get Authorized What to do at your VA appointment to set up outside care the right way Your mission in Part 1: Leave your VA visit with a clear answer: Are you eligible […]
VA Community Care Claims Guide
Step 1 – Receive & Accept the Referral (HSRM) A VA clinician determines that a veteran qualifies for Community Care based on drive-time, wait-time, or best-interest criteria outlined in the MISSION Act. Once confirmed, VA staff create a referral using the HealthShare Referral Manager (HSRM). This system generates a 10-digit authorization number, lists approved CPT/HCPCS […]
Soft-Tissue Sarcomas, Burn Pit Exposure, and the PACT Act
Soft-Tissue Sarcomas, Burn Pit Exposure, and the PACT Act What Every Veteran—and Every VSO—Should Know About Toxic Exposure and VA Benefits 1. Why Sarcoma Awareness Month Matters—Especially for Veterans Soft-tissue sarcomas (STS) are rare—less than 1% of all adult cancers—but when they strike, they’re often aggressive. In 2025, the American Cancer Society expects about 13,520 […]
What Happens After Your VA Community Care Referral Is Approved
What Happens After Your VA Community Care Referral Is Approved Getting referred to Community Care through the VA can feel overwhelming, but once you’re approved, there’s a clear path forward. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you navigate what comes next—so you can focus on your health, not red tape. Here’s a step-by-step guide to […]
VA Community Care: Veteran Patient Care From Exam Room to Paid Claim
Part 1 of 4 — Ask for Community Care & Get Authorized What to do at your VA appointment to set up outside care the right way Your mission in Part 1: Leave your VA visit with a clear answer: Are you eligible for Community Care, and is your referral properly documented and authorized? Here’s […]
Anatomy of a Standard Community-Care Reimbursement (In-Person or Telehealth)
Step 1 – Receive & Accept the Referral (HSRM) A VA clinician decides the veteran meets a drive-time, wait-time, or best-interest trigger under the MISSION Act. VA staff create a referral in HealthShare Referral Manager (HSRM); the system issues the 10-digit authorization number, lists approved CPT/HCPCS codes, and sets an episode date range. (va.gov, va.gov) […]
VA Community Care: What Happens After a Referral
A Step-by-Step Guide for Veterans and Family Caregivers Provided by Veterans Desk, Inc. – Supporting Veterans Through Every Step 🔹 Step 1: The VA approves the Referral The VA will issue an authorization for your care outside the VA system (usually on Form 10-10172). This referral may be triggered by: Long wait times Distance to […]
VA Community Care Made Simple: 2025 Guide to Stress-Free Referrals
2025 Guide to Stress-Free Referrals and Zero Medical-Debt Surprises June 2025 Get the care you earned—without the bills you don’t. Veterans Desk, Inc. is the nonprofit help desk that turns VA Community Care referrals into fast, painless appointments and keeps unwanted medical debt off your credit report. Download our free checklist or book a live […]
Veterans Granted One-Year Authorizations for Community Care in 30 Specialties
A Major Victory for Veteran Healthcare Access The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced a significant step forward in veteran healthcare access: eligible veterans will now receive one-year authorizations to seek care from private sector providers in 30 critical medical specialties. This is part of a broader VA Community Care initiative designed to streamline […]