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Veterans Benefits
How VA benefits work with Medicare.
VA health benefits and Medicare are separate systems. Having both gives you more choice of where to get care.
Key points
- VA benefits don't count as creditable coverage for Part B — enroll on time to avoid penalties.
- VA covers care at VA facilities; Medicare covers care elsewhere.
- Many veterans still take Part A (free) and Part B for flexibility.
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Educational only. This information is not personalized advice. For your specific situation, verify at Medicare.gov or speak with a licensed Medicare professional.