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Yes, the spouse of a veteran may be eligible for certain health care benefits through the VA, including prescriptions and medical care. Eligibility may depend on various factors such as the veteran's service-connected disability status and income level. The best way to determine eligibility and access these benefits is to contact the local VA facility or VA benefits office.
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Can a spouse of a veteran be buried in Jefferson National Cemetery for free?
If a veteran chooses to be buried in a veterans cemetery, her or his spouse may be buried next to that veteran, with tombstone engraving and perpetual care provided, all at no cost to the family. Note, however, that the burial of a veteran's spouse MUST be next to the veteran. If a veteran chooses not to be buried in a veterans cemetery (the choice my father made, for example), then the spouse (in this case, my mother, who was never in the military) can not seek burial in a veterans cemetery, and certainly not for free.
Can a widow get nursing home care if spouse was a veteran?
Yes, if the veteran served one month in active duty during war time. Check with your local VA social worker.
This department handed out medical and disability benefits to veterans and their families?
The Department of Veterans' Affairs, commonly called the VA. Yes, medical and disability benefits can be granted to a spouse. The spouse must need Aid & Attendence and can receive up to $140 a month. Also the DVA can grant (on a space available basis) health care in one of its hospitals. If the Veteran is rated 100% P&T or 100% IU, the spouse and children are entitled to CHAMPVA (if the veteran isn't a uniformed retiree - there are seven services USPS, NOAA, Army, Navy, MC, USCG, and USAF).
Is the person responsible for medical billing when the person die under they care?
Only if that person is the deceased's spouse.
Is Medicare mandatory as a veteran with VA benefits?
yes, once the widow of a serviceman reaches age 65, she must take part in medicare, as the tricare medical care becomes the 2nd payer, after medicare
Is it necessary to have Medicare if you already have veterans medical benefits?
Medicare is used by the VA to keep their own medical care expenses down. When a veteran eligible for medicare is under their care, the VA will bill Medicare to help ensure all veterans can be taken care of adequately. If you are eligible for medicare, apply to help the VA maintain high quality medical care for other vets.
How do you get help financially when you take care of your spouse?
I think insurance plays a big role.it will cover medical and dental plus a life insurance.
I have not lived with my spouse for over 7 years and have had no contact with him. I just got a call informing me he is in intensive care. Am I responsible for the medical bill?
If there was no legal divorce or separation, you may be responsible for the medical bills.
What happens to a spouse if their health insurance is terminated?
If a spouse's health insurance is terminated, they may lose access to medical coverage and have to find alternative insurance options, such as through their employer or through a private plan. This could result in higher out-of-pocket costs for medical care and potential financial strain.
Is surviving spouse responsible for medical bills of deceased spouse in Rhode Island and Nevada?
Generally a surviving spouse will only be responsible for debts related to medical expenses of a deceased spouse is he or she has entered into a written contract accepting said responsibility. Rhode Island is not a community property state and therefore the surviving spouse would not, assuming he or she has not agreed in writing to do so be liable for medical bills (hospital, doctors, etc.) incurred for the care of a deceased spouse. Nevada is a community property state, therefore the surviving spouse might be held accountable for such debts. All assets and debts accumulated during a marriage in a CP state are considered to be jointly owned and jointly owed regardless of which spouse is the receipient of a debt or asset.
Did Obama abandon proposal to require veterans to carry health insurance?
Yes, the idea was abandoned. The idea was to allow the VA to charge veterans' health insurance policies for all medical care, not just for care other-than for service-connected conditions. At it stands presently, VA medical care to veterans not given for service-connected conditions can be charged back to the veteran's health insurance if it exists. Of course, treatment at VA facilities for conditions directly resulting from military service are never charged to the veteran or insurance program.
Can a Domestic Violence defendant obtain or see victims spouse medical records?
Typically, a domestic violence defendant would not have legal access to the medical records of the victim's spouse unless there is a specific court order granting access. Medical records are protected by privacy laws, and access is usually limited to the individual or entities directly involved in the care of the patient.
