A new report by the Government Accountability Office says veterans seeking health care at military bases encounter delays at security gates, access problems with medical records, and slowdowns with billing and reimbursements. The VA and the Defense Department share medical services at some installations with the goal of improving patient access to timely medical care. However, the departments have “incompatible” health records systems, and their billing processes differ, which slow the delivery of reimbursements, according to the report.

The Million Veteran Program is one of the world's biggest genetic databases that comprises DNA data donated by more than a million retired military service members. It's part of a project run by the VA. Researchers say the repository has the potential to help answer health questions not only specific to veterans — like who is most vulnerable to post-service mental health issues — but also relevant to the nation as a whole. Now they fear the program is in limbo, jeopardizing the years of work it took to gather the veterans' genetic data and other information.

Veterans may need long-term care because of ongoing service-connected health issues. Whether a veteran needs extended in-home health care or is wondering if the VA will pay for a nursing home, there are options for VA long-term care coverage. We share some of these options as well as if the VA will provide assistance paying, how much, and other information you need to know.

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