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Veteran Healthcare in San Antonio (2026 Guide)

San Antonio, Texas veteran healthcare: VA medical centers, community care, mental health, and how to enroll. Verified contacts for 2026.

About healthcare for veterans in San Antonio

San Antonio (population 1,434,625) is one of the larger metros in Texas, and several local and statewide programs serve veterans here. Most VA-administered care for San Antonio is delivered through Audie L. Murphy VA Hospital. This page lists verified healthcare resources filtered to San Antonio, plus the broader Texas guide for help that is available statewide.

Veterans in crisis: dial 988 then press 1, text 838255, or chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net (24/7).

Texas operates one of the largest VA healthcare networks in the nation, serving over 900,000 enrolled veterans through multiple major medical centers, dozens of community-based outpatient clinics, and an extensive community care provider network. With world-class facilities in Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, and beyond, Texas veterans have access to comprehensive medical, surgical, mental health, and specialty care.

This guide maps out every major VA healthcare facility in Texas, explains enrollment, and covers critical programs like Community Care, telehealth, and the Veterans Crisis Line. Whether you need primary care, specialized treatment, or emergency services, the VA in Texas has you covered.

Healthcare resources in San Antonio

San Antonio Vet Center

Community-based VA Vet Center serving San Antonio area combat veterans and their families with free counseling, readjustment services, and bereavement support. Vet Centers are independent of VA medical facilities and confidential.

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HealthcareVisit websiteUpdated May 16, 2026
Audie L. Murphy VA Hospital

Department of Veterans Affairs medical facility serving San Antonio, TX veterans with primary care, mental health, and specialty services. Use the VA find-locations tool to confirm hours, services, and the closest clinic.

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CrisisHealthcareVisit websiteUpdated May 16, 2026
San Antonio VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic

VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) options for San Antonio, TX veterans. CBOCs deliver primary care, mental health, and select specialty services closer to home than the parent VA medical center.

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CrisisHealthcareVisit websiteUpdated May 16, 2026

Statewide healthcare resources serving San Antonio

These Texas programs are not based in San Antonio but accept residents.

El Paso Vet Center

Community-based VA Vet Center serving El Paso area combat veterans and their families with free counseling, readjustment services, and bereavement support. Vet Centers are independent of VA medical facilities and confidential.

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HealthcareVisit websiteUpdated May 16, 2026
Fort Worth VA Outpatient Clinic

Department of Veterans Affairs medical facility serving Fort Worth, TX veterans with primary care, mental health, and specialty services. Use the VA find-locations tool to confirm hours, services, and the closest clinic.

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CrisisHealthcareVisit websiteUpdated May 16, 2026
VA North Texas Health Care System (Dallas)

Department of Veterans Affairs medical facility serving Dallas, TX veterans with primary care, mental health, and specialty services. Use the VA find-locations tool to confirm hours, services, and the closest clinic.

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CrisisHealthcareVisit websiteUpdated May 16, 2026
Olin E. Teague Veterans Medical Center (Temple)

Department of Veterans Affairs medical facility serving Killeen, TX veterans with primary care, mental health, and specialty services. Use the VA find-locations tool to confirm hours, services, and the closest clinic.

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CrisisHealthcareVisit websiteUpdated May 16, 2026
Houston Vet Center

Community-based VA Vet Center serving Houston area combat veterans and their families with free counseling, readjustment services, and bereavement support. Vet Centers are independent of VA medical facilities and confidential.

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HealthcareVisit websiteUpdated May 16, 2026
Houston VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic

VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) options for Houston, TX veterans. CBOCs deliver primary care, mental health, and select specialty services closer to home than the parent VA medical center.

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CrisisHealthcareVisit websiteUpdated May 16, 2026
Corpus Christi VA Outpatient Clinic

Department of Veterans Affairs medical facility serving Corpus Christi, TX veterans with primary care, mental health, and specialty services. Use the VA find-locations tool to confirm hours, services, and the closest clinic.

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CrisisHealthcareVisit websiteUpdated May 16, 2026
Dallas VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic

VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) options for Dallas, TX veterans. CBOCs deliver primary care, mental health, and select specialty services closer to home than the parent VA medical center.

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CrisisHealthcareVisit websiteUpdated May 16, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can a veteran get healthcare help in San Antonio?
Start with the resources listed on this page, which are filtered to San Antonio and the surrounding Texas area. If you do not see what you need, expand to the full Texas healthcare guide or call the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans at 1-877-424-3838 for an immediate referral.
What is the closest VA facility to San Antonio?
Veterans in San Antonio are typically served by Audie L. Murphy VA Hospital. Call 1-877-222-8387 or visit VA.gov/find-locations to confirm the right campus, clinic hours, and what services are offered before you travel.
Are these San Antonio healthcare resources free for veterans?
Most listed resources are free or low-cost for eligible veterans. Eligibility, copays, and waitlists vary by program, so confirm cost and required documents (DD-214, VA award letter, proof of residency) when you call.

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