What type of programs does Medicare offer compared with VA medical program?
The Medicare program is divided by types of care or service: inpatient (“Medicare Part A”), outpatient (“Medicare Part B”), and prescription drug (“Medicare Part D”); seniors can decide in which “parts” of Medicare they wish to participate. VA offers a comprehensive medical benefits program that does not distinguish among the types of care or services received; generally veterans who are enrolled in VA health care are eligible for the entire medical benefits package (including prescription drugs), however, some veterans may be subject to a copayment for some care or medications received.
