Active duty military members do not get healthcare at the VA. The VA is reserved for veterans. That said, as a recipient of VA healthcare I don’t pay a dime. S

Active duty military members do not get healthcare at the VA. The VA is reserved for veterans. That said, as a recipient of VA healthcare I don’t pay a dime. Some vets do but I have a service-connected disability rating above the threshold for free healthcare for life. Prescriptions, ER visits, physical therapy, etc are all covered. I have a friend who was a nurse at the VA who told me they loved working there because there’s never a hesitation to order a test due to insurance coverage. If my doctor feels that something is important, they order it. Whether it’s migraine medication, PT due to some jaw issues or a vasectomy, they’re all covered for me. There have been some complaints about VA service in the past but in the 10+ years I’ve been using them it’s been a breeze.