When to Seek ED Care

Some Veterans may not want to come to the Emergency Department at VA Long Beach for fear that they are taking care away from another Vet who may need more help than they do. This video address when Veterans should come to the E.D. or call 9-1-1. The video also provides information about Tele Emergency Care, which offers telehealth urgent care services.

Veterans do not need to check with VA before going to an emergency department in the community or calling an ambulance. During a medical emergency, VA encourages all Veterans to seek immediate medical attention without delay. © U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has the authority to provide or reimburse land or air ambulance transport of certain eligible Veterans in relation to VA care or VA community care. © U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs