How many VA regional offices are there?

How many VA regional offices are there?

The department maintains a network of 18 regions, a system established in 1995 to decentralize the health care decisions made within the department. The regional offices have a combined workforce of around 1,000 employees.

How do I contact the VA representative?

1. Get answers. Resources and support. Call us. 800-698-2411. Visit a medical center or regional office. Find a VA location.
2. News releases.
3. Language assistance. Español.

How do I change my VA Regional Office?

Application Process

1. Call VA at 1-877-222-VETS (8387). A representative can help validate and, if necessary, update your address.
2. Change your address on VA.gov. You can sign in to view and update your mailing and home addresses.
3. Call your local medical center.

What does the VA regional office do?

Regional Offices are VA entities that handle claims for VA benefits until veterans appeal to the Board of Veterans’ Appeals. Each state has at least one regional office and some states have multiple offices due to the increased workload of that state.

What is a regional office?

A regional office is a unit of a company that is responsible for selling its products in an area that isn’t directly serviced by its main office or headquarters. It is typically headed by a branch manager.

What is veteran readiness and employment?

The Veterans Readiness and Employment Program (previously known as the Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Program), sometimes referred to as VR&E, Chapter 31 or Voc-Rehab, helps veterans with service-connected disabilities and employment handicaps prepare for, find, and keep suitable jobs.

Will my VA benefits change if I move to another state?

Since you are moving from one state to another, not only do you have to change your address, you must also change your VA Regional Office. You must request your claims file be transferred to your new VA Regional Office. Additionally, some states have more than one VA Regional Office.

Can a veteran move to another state?

A Veteran may need to transfer from the jurisdiction of one VA facility to another in order to accomplish rehabilitation. Travel is limited to Veteran’s transportation and does not include transportation for the Veteran’s dependents or for moving personal effects.

What does VBA stand for veterans?

The Veterans Benefits Administration
The Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) provides a variety of benefits and services to Servicemembers, Veterans, and their families.

What are the VA regions?

To help understand this setting that has been critical to life in Virginia for thousands of years, geographers have identified five physical regions in the state: the Coastal Plain (Tidewater), Piedmont, Blue Ridge Mountains, Valley and Ridge, and Appalachian Plateau.

Is there a VA regional office in Pittsburgh?

Experts from the Veterans Benefits Administration Pittsburgh VA Regional Office will be available to provide resources pertaining to service-connected compensation and to offer on-the-spot assistance with individual questions and concerns.

Is the Veterans Service Center in Pittsburgh closed?

Due to ongoing concerns with COVID-19, BDD sites, as well as the Veteran Service Center and Veteran Readiness & Employment offices will be closed to the public beginning, March 19, 2020. VBA benefits and services will continue to be delivered throughout the duration of the COVID-19 impacts.

How to make an appointment with the VA in Pittsburgh?

Veterans with questions regarding their VA benefits are urged to continue scheduling virtual appointments with our Public Contact Team to address specific concerns and claims related inquiries. To schedule an appointment for in person or virtual services, call (412) 360-2832 or email [email protected].

Is the VBA Ro open in Pittsburgh PA?

The Pittsburgh VBA RO has re-opened for in person services, 8am-3pm, Monday-Friday (appointments preferred). Veterans with questions regarding their VA benefits are urged to continue scheduling virtual appointments with our Public Contact Team to address specific concerns and claims related inquiries.