Tampa Vet Center
FLCommunity-based VA Vet Center serving Tampa area combat veterans and their families with free counseling, readjustment services, and bereavement support. Vet Centers are independent of VA medical facilities and confidential.
Veteran Healthcare in Florida
Find VA healthcare in Florida including Bay Pines, Orlando, Miami, Tampa, and Gainesville VA Medical Centers, community clinics, mental health services, and community care options for Florida veterans.
Verified healthcare help in Florida: who to call
24 verified healthcare resources serving Florida. Crisis and fastest-path options are listed first.
VA Health Care Enrollment for Florida Veterans
FLApply for VA health care to access primary, specialty, and mental health services at VA facilities serving Florida. Most veterans with qualifying service and an other-than-dishonorable discharge are eligible.
Pensacola VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic
FLVA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) options for Pensacola, FL veterans. CBOCs deliver primary care, mental health, and select specialty services closer to home than the parent VA medical center.
Joint Ambulatory Care Center (Pensacola)
FLDepartment of Veterans Affairs medical facility serving Pensacola, FL veterans with primary care, mental health, and specialty services. Use the VA find-locations tool to confirm hours, services, and the closest clinic.
Tallahassee VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic
FLVA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) options for Tallahassee, FL veterans. CBOCs deliver primary care, mental health, and select specialty services closer to home than the parent VA medical center.
Tallahassee VA Outpatient Clinic
FLDepartment of Veterans Affairs medical facility serving Tallahassee, FL veterans with primary care, mental health, and specialty services. Use the VA find-locations tool to confirm hours, services, and the closest clinic.
Orlando VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic
FLVA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) options for Orlando, FL veterans. CBOCs deliver primary care, mental health, and select specialty services closer to home than the parent VA medical center.
Orlando VA Healthcare System
FLDepartment of Veterans Affairs medical facility serving Orlando, FL veterans with primary care, mental health, and specialty services. Use the VA find-locations tool to confirm hours, services, and the closest clinic.
Tampa VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic
FLVA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) options for Tampa, FL veterans. CBOCs deliver primary care, mental health, and select specialty services closer to home than the parent VA medical center.
James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital
FLDepartment of Veterans Affairs medical facility serving Tampa, FL veterans with primary care, mental health, and specialty services. Use the VA find-locations tool to confirm hours, services, and the closest clinic.
Miami VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic
FLVA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) options for Miami, FL veterans. CBOCs deliver primary care, mental health, and select specialty services closer to home than the parent VA medical center.
Miami VA Healthcare System
FLDepartment of Veterans Affairs medical facility serving Miami, FL veterans with primary care, mental health, and specialty services. Use the VA find-locations tool to confirm hours, services, and the closest clinic.
Find VA Medical Facilities in Florida
FLLocate VA medical centers, community-based outpatient clinics, and Vet Centers serving Florida veterans. Confirm services, hours, and the closest location using the VA facility locator.
Jacksonville VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic
FLVA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) options for Jacksonville, FL veterans. CBOCs deliver primary care, mental health, and select specialty services closer to home than the parent VA medical center.
Jacksonville VA Outpatient Clinic
FLDepartment of Veterans Affairs medical facility serving Jacksonville, FL veterans with primary care, mental health, and specialty services. Use the VA find-locations tool to confirm hours, services, and the closest clinic.
Orlando Vet Center
FLCommunity-based VA Vet Center serving Orlando area combat veterans and their families with free counseling, readjustment services, and bereavement support. Vet Centers are independent of VA medical facilities and confidential.
St. Petersburg VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic
FLVA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) options for St. Petersburg, FL veterans. CBOCs deliver primary care, mental health, and select specialty services closer to home than the parent VA medical center.
C.W. Bill Young VA Medical Center (Bay Pines)
FLDepartment of Veterans Affairs medical facility serving St. Petersburg, FL veterans with primary care, mental health, and specialty services. Use the VA find-locations tool to confirm hours, services, and the closest clinic.
Jacksonville Vet Center
FLCommunity-based VA Vet Center serving Jacksonville area combat veterans and their families with free counseling, readjustment services, and bereavement support. Vet Centers are independent of VA medical facilities and confidential.
Tallahassee Vet Center
FLCommunity-based VA Vet Center serving Tallahassee area combat veterans and their families with free counseling, readjustment services, and bereavement support. Vet Centers are independent of VA medical facilities and confidential.
St. Petersburg Vet Center
FLCommunity-based VA Vet Center serving St. Petersburg area combat veterans and their families with free counseling, readjustment services, and bereavement support. Vet Centers are independent of VA medical facilities and confidential.
Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs - Healthcare Programs
FLThe Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs administers Florida-specific veteran healthcare programs and benefits and connects veterans with accredited service officers, state benefits, and local resources.
Pensacola Vet Center
FLCommunity-based VA Vet Center serving Pensacola area combat veterans and their families with free counseling, readjustment services, and bereavement support. Vet Centers are independent of VA medical facilities and confidential.
Miami Vet Center
FLCommunity-based VA Vet Center serving Miami area combat veterans and their families with free counseling, readjustment services, and bereavement support. Vet Centers are independent of VA medical facilities and confidential.
How healthcare help works in Florida
Florida's VA healthcare system is one of the largest in the nation, serving over 500,000 enrolled veterans through multiple major medical centers, dozens of community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), and a robust network of community care providers. From the Bay Pines VA Healthcare System on the Gulf Coast to the Miami VA Healthcare System in South Florida, veterans across the state have access to world-class medical care.
This guide maps out every major VA healthcare facility in Florida, explains how to enroll, and covers critical programs like Community Care, telehealth, the FL VETS Program, and the Veterans Crisis Line. We also cover the state's seven veterans' nursing homes and other non-VA healthcare resources.
VA Medical Centers
Bay Pines VA Healthcare System
Located at 10000 Bay Pines Blvd in Bay Pines (St. Petersburg area), this is one of the most comprehensive VA facilities in the Southeast. The Bay Pines VAHCS provides inpatient and outpatient services including primary care, surgery, mental health, rehabilitation, and specialty care. The campus includes a hospital, nursing home, domiciliary, and numerous outpatient clinics.
Phone: (727) 398-6661 | Hours: 24/7 Emergency, Clinics Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital (Tampa)
Located at 13000 Bruce B. Downs Blvd in Tampa, this major medical center is a polytrauma rehabilitation center — one of only five in the nation — providing advanced care for veterans with traumatic brain injuries and complex blast injuries. It also offers comprehensive medical, surgical, and psychiatric services.
Phone: (813) 972-2000 | Hours: 24/7 Emergency, Clinics Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Orlando VA Medical Center
The Orlando VA Medical Center at 13800 Veterans Way, Orlando, serves veterans across Central Florida. The facility provides comprehensive outpatient services including primary care, mental health, specialty care, and same-day services. A new state-of-the-art medical center facility has expanded capabilities significantly.
Phone: (407) 631-1000 | Hours: Clinics Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Bruce W. Carter Miami VA Medical Center
Located at 1201 NW 16th Street in Miami, this facility serves veterans in the South Florida region including Miami-Dade, Broward, and Monroe counties. It provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, mental health, and rehabilitation services.
Phone: (305) 575-7000 | Hours: 24/7 Emergency, Clinics Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Health System (Gainesville)
The Malcom Randall VA Medical Center in Gainesville at 1601 SW Archer Road provides comprehensive healthcare to veterans in north-central Florida. It is a teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Florida College of Medicine, offering advanced specialty and surgical care.
Phone: (352) 376-1611 | Hours: 24/7 Emergency, Clinics Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs)
Florida has over 50 CBOCs providing primary care, mental health, and some specialty services. Major CBOC locations include:
- Jacksonville — Multiple locations serving Northeast Florida
- Fort Lauderdale — Serving Broward County veterans
- Daytona Beach — Serving Volusia County veterans
- Pensacola — Serving Northwest Florida and Panhandle veterans
- Tallahassee — Serving North Florida capital region
- Lakeland — Serving Polk County veterans
- Viera (Brevard County) — Serving Space Coast veterans
- Sarasota — Serving Southwest Florida veterans
- Naples — Serving Collier County veterans
- Key West — Serving Monroe County veterans
Mental Health & Crisis Services
Veterans Crisis Line
If you're in crisis, call 988 then press 1, text 838255, or chat online at VeteransCrisisLine.net. The Veterans Crisis Line is available 24/7 and connects you with trained responders.
PTSD & Mental Health Treatment
All major Florida VA medical centers offer specialized PTSD treatment programs including Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), and EMDR. The James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital in Tampa has a nationally recognized PTSD clinical team and residential rehabilitation treatment program.
FL VETS Program
The Florida Veterans' Employment and Training Services (FL VETS) program, managed by the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs, connects healthcare access with employment support to ensure veterans receive holistic care that addresses both physical and economic well-being.
Community Care
Under the VA MISSION Act, eligible veterans can receive care from community providers when the VA cannot provide timely access. If your wait time exceeds 20 days for primary care or 28 days for specialty care, or if the nearest VA facility is beyond a 30-minute drive, you may qualify. Contact your VA primary care team for a referral.
Enrollment
Apply for VA healthcare online at VA.gov/health-care/apply, call 1-877-222-8387, or visit any VA facility in Florida. Most veterans who served 24 continuous months and were not dishonorably discharged are eligible.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I enroll in VA healthcare in Florida?
- Apply online at VA.gov/health-care/apply, call 1-877-222-8387, or visit any Florida VA Medical Center enrollment office in person. You'll need your DD-214, Social Security number, and insurance information. Processing takes about 1-2 weeks.
- Where are the major VA medical centers in Florida?
- Florida has major VA medical centers in Bay Pines (St. Petersburg), Tampa (James A. Haley), Orlando, Miami (Bruce W. Carter), and Gainesville (Malcom Randall). Each provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services.
- Can I use community care providers instead of the VA in Florida?
- Yes, through the VA MISSION Act. You may qualify 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. Your VA primary care team can authorize community care referrals.
- Does the Bay Pines VA have an emergency room?
- Yes. The Bay Pines VA Healthcare System has a 24/7 emergency department. The Tampa, Miami, and Gainesville VA medical centers also have 24/7 emergency departments. For life-threatening emergencies, always call 911.
- What mental health services does the VA offer in Florida?
- Florida VA facilities offer individual therapy, group therapy, PTSD-specific treatments (CPT, PE, EMDR), substance abuse programs, medication management, and crisis intervention. The Tampa VA has a nationally recognized PTSD residential treatment program. Telehealth mental health appointments are also widely available.
- What is the FL VETS Program?
- The FL VETS (Florida Veterans' Employment and Training Services) program is managed by the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs. It connects veterans with employment resources and training while coordinating with healthcare and other support services for a holistic approach to veteran well-being.
- Are there VA clinics in rural Florida?
- Yes. The VA operates CBOCs across Florida including in smaller communities. Telehealth services are also available for veterans in remote areas. Florida has over 50 outpatient clinic locations statewide.
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