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Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs (CHAMPVA)
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
CHAMPVA is a health benefits program for the spouses, dependents, and survivors of veterans who meet service-connected disability requirements. Enrollees may also access related programs: VA Dental Insurance Program (VADIP) for discounted private dental insurance, Meds by Mail for prescription medications, and the CHAMPVA In-house Treatment Initiative (CITI) which lets enrollees get care at participating VA facilities.
Who qualifies
Spouses, dependents, and survivors of veterans who meet certain VA service-connected disability requirements. See VA's CHAMPVA page for full criteria.
What it covers
Health care coverage for eligible family members and survivors. Optional add-ons: discounted dental insurance (VADIP), prescription medications via Meds by Mail, and care at participating VA facilities through CITI.
Cost
CHAMPVA is a cost-share program (similar to other federal health benefits). The landing page does not detail specific copays or deductibles; see the dedicated CHAMPVA pages for details.
How to apply
See the CHAMPVA benefits page on va.gov for application instructions and required forms.
Source www.va.gov/family-and-caregiver-benefits/health-and-disability/