United States Department of Veterans Affairs
United States Department of Veterans Affairs

San Francisco VAMC


Priority Group 8 Enrollment Relaxation Changes
VA eligibility rules changed on June 15, 2009, making it easier for more Veterans to enroll in VA’s health care system. Under this new regulation, VA relaxed income restrictions on enrollment for health benefits. While this new provision does not remove consideration of income, it does increase income thresholds. A
web–based calculator is available for Veterans to enter their income information, dependents, and zip code to assess if their income would fall within the proposed income threshold adjustments. Veterans are encouraged to contact VA’s Health Resource Center at 1–877–222 VETS (8387) or visit the VA health eligibility website for more information.

Post 9/11 GI Bill
VA starts accepting applications for the Post 9/11 GI Bill on May 1, 2009. Individuals with active duty service since September 11, 2001, may be eligible for this benefit and can apply on–line at www.GIBILL.VA.gov. The program provides tuition assistance, a housing allowance, a books and supplies stipend, and the option to transfer these benefits to family members under certain circumstances. By law, the new benefit is effective August 1, 2009. For more information, visit the GI Bill website or call 1–888–GIBILL–1 (1–888–442–4551). 

Endoscopy Issue In The News
There has been a lot of national news lately reporting on some VA medical centers who determined that they had improperly sterilized colonoscopy equipment.  This issue was discovered after the Department of Veterans Affairs conducted a national review of its sterilization procedures. The VA medical centers involved have notified veterans who may have been impacted and have taken appropriate action to ensure this will not happen again.

The San Francisco VA Medical Center has reviewed its procedures and has found no problems in the cleaning or sterilization of our endoscopy equipment.  Furthermore, our endoscopy unit has been inspected several times by local, regional, and national teams with no problems identified.  We maintain an excellent infection control program and are confident that our endoscopes are being properly cleaned and sterilized.  We strongly believe our veterans have not been exposed to any infectious risks. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Ann Hayes, RN at 415-221-4810, ext 4287.    

 

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