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Veteran Healthcare in Virginia

Find VA healthcare in Virginia including Hampton, Richmond, and Salem VA Medical Centers, community clinics, mental health services, and community care options for Virginia veterans.

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Virginia's VA healthcare system is one of the most extensive in the nation, anchored by three major medical centers in Hampton, Richmond, and Salem, plus the Washington DC VA Medical Center serving Northern Virginia veterans. With over 30 community-based outpatient clinics statewide, most Virginia veterans live within reasonable distance of VA care.

This guide maps out VA healthcare facilities across the Commonwealth, explains enrollment, and covers critical programs including Community Care, telehealth, mental health services, and the Veterans Crisis Line. Virginia's proximity to VA Central Office in Washington, DC, often means early access to new VA programs and initiatives.

VA Medical Centers in Virginia

Hampton VA Medical Center

The Hampton VAMC at 100 Emancipation Drive serves veterans in the Hampton Roads region, one of the largest military communities in the world. The facility provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care including primary care, surgery, mental health, rehabilitation, and specialty services. The Hampton VAMC also operates a Community Living Center and a domiciliary program.

Phone: (757) 722-9961 | Hours: 24/7 Emergency, Clinics Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Richmond VA Medical Center (Hunter Holmes McGuire)

The Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center at 1201 Broad Rock Boulevard in Richmond is a tertiary care facility providing advanced medical and surgical services. It serves as a referral center for complex cases from across Virginia and includes a spinal cord injury center, polytrauma unit, and extensive research programs.

Phone: (804) 675-5000 | Hours: 24/7 Emergency, Clinics Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Salem VA Medical Center

The Salem VAMC at 1970 Roanoke Boulevard serves veterans in western Virginia, the Shenandoah Valley, and southwest Virginia. The facility provides comprehensive medical, surgical, psychiatric, and long-term care services. Salem also operates an active mental health residential rehabilitation treatment program.

Phone: (540) 982-2463 | Hours: 24/7 Emergency, Clinics Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Community-Based Outpatient Clinics

Virginia has over 30 CBOCs providing primary care, mental health, and some specialty services. Key locations include:

  • Fredericksburg — 130 Executive Center Pkwy
  • Charlottesville — 590 Peter Jefferson Pkwy
  • Lynchburg — 1600 Lakeside Dr
  • Danville — 705 Piney Forest Rd
  • Virginia Beach — 244 Clearfield Ave
  • Chesapeake — 1987 S. Military Hwy
  • Emporia — 1746 East Atlantic St
  • Staunton — 102 Leader Heights Rd

Mental Health & Crisis Services

Veterans Crisis Line

If you're in crisis, call 988 then press 1, text 838255, or chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net. Available 24/7 with trained responders who can connect you with local Virginia resources.

PTSD & Trauma Treatment

All three Virginia VA Medical Centers offer specialized PTSD programs including Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), and EMDR. The Salem VAMC has a residential PTSD treatment program. Given Virginia's large active-duty and recently separated population, PTSD services are a priority across the system.

Community Care & Telehealth

Under the MISSION Act, Virginia veterans can access community providers when VA wait times exceed 20 days (primary care) or 28 days (specialty care), or when the nearest VA facility is more than 30 minutes away. Virginia's extensive network of civilian healthcare providers makes community care a viable option in most areas. Telehealth appointments are available for primary care, mental health, and many specialty services.

Enrollment

Enroll in VA healthcare online at VA.gov/health-care/apply, call 1-877-222-8387, or visit any Virginia VA facility enrollment office. Most honorably discharged veterans are eligible. There is no enrollment fee for veterans with service-connected disabilities or limited income.

Healthcare Resources in Virginia

Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center

Department of Veterans Affairs medical facility serving Richmond, VA 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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Washington DC VA Medical Center

Department of Veterans Affairs medical facility serving Arlington, VA 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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Chesapeake VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic

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

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Richmond VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic

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

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Newport News Vet Center

Community-based VA Vet Center serving Newport News 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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Alexandria Vet Center

Community-based VA Vet Center serving Alexandria 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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Hampton VA Medical Center

Department of Veterans Affairs medical facility serving Newport News, VA 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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Arlington Vet Center

Community-based VA Vet Center serving Arlington 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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Roanoke Vet Center

Community-based VA Vet Center serving Roanoke 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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Norfolk Vet Center

Community-based VA Vet Center serving Norfolk 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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Roanoke VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic

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

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Norfolk VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic

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

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Richmond Vet Center

Community-based VA Vet Center serving Richmond 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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Hampton VA Medical Center

Department of Veterans Affairs medical facility serving Norfolk, VA 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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Salem VA Medical Center

Department of Veterans Affairs medical facility serving Roanoke, VA 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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Arlington VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic

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

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Virginia Beach Vet Center

Community-based VA Vet Center serving Virginia Beach 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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Hampton VA Medical Center

Department of Veterans Affairs medical facility serving Virginia Beach, VA 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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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I enroll in VA healthcare in Virginia?
Apply online at VA.gov/health-care/apply, call 1-877-222-8387, or visit the enrollment office at the Hampton, Richmond, or Salem VA Medical Center. Bring your DD-214, Social Security number, and insurance information.
Which VA Medical Center serves Northern Virginia?
Northern Virginia veterans are primarily served by the Washington DC VA Medical Center at 50 Irving St NW, Washington, DC 20422. Several CBOCs in Northern Virginia also provide local care, including clinics in Fairfax and Manassas.
Does the Hampton VA have an emergency room?
Yes. The Hampton VA Medical Center has a 24/7 emergency department at 100 Emancipation Drive, Hampton. The Richmond and Salem VA Medical Centers also have 24/7 emergency departments.
Can I use community care providers in Virginia?
Yes. Under the MISSION Act, you may qualify for community care if the VA can't see you within 20 days (primary care) or 28 days (specialty care), or if the nearest VA facility is more than 30 minutes away. Ask your VA primary care team for a referral.
What mental health services are available at Virginia VA facilities?
Virginia VA facilities offer individual and group therapy, PTSD treatment (CPT, PE, EMDR), substance abuse programs, medication management, and crisis services. Salem VAMC has residential PTSD treatment. Telehealth mental health appointments are also available.

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Roanoke VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic

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

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Roanoke Vet Center

Community-based VA Vet Center serving Roanoke 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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Salem VA Medical Center

Department of Veterans Affairs medical facility serving Roanoke, VA 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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Newport News Vet Center

Community-based VA Vet Center serving Newport News 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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Hampton VA Medical Center

Department of Veterans Affairs medical facility serving Newport News, VA 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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