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Vync
Hello everyone,
I tried to call my VAMC's business office regarding reimbursement for non-VA emergency care, but they are closed. I figured I would ask here to see if anyone could hopefully answer my question. I also searched the forums for an answer, but I need something more specific.
Yesterday I had another horrible asthma exacerbation which could not be controlled by my inhaler. I was close to an urgent care doctor's office, so I wheezed in there. I was given a couple of breathing treatments, steroid injection, and antibiotics which worked well. They also did labs checking for heart attack, etc, but those were negative.
The nearest hospital emergency room is about 10 miles away (4 miles closer than the VAMC), but takes about 45 minutes due to the worst traffic corridor in the state.
I know the VA specifically mentioned "hospital emergency rooms", but I wanted to find out if this visit would qualify due to the fact that the urgent care facility was immediately available.
Thanks,
V
"If it's stupid but works, then it isn't stupid."
- From Murphy's Laws of Combat
Disclaimer: I am not a legal expert, so use at own risk and/or consult a qualified professional representative. Please refer to existing VA laws, regulations, and policies for the most up to date information.
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