PWE048 Misconceptions about Healthcare in the VA and the Military

Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E048

Misconceptions about Healthcare in the VA and and the Military

Key takeaway: Randy and James dispel some myths and misconceptions about VA and military healthcare 

Topics covered in this video: 

• What healthcare is offered while a person is serving in the military 
• Qualifications of military doctors, and how their experience compares to other doctors 
• Continuing Tricare (healthcare coverage) after retiring from the military
• VA coverage of medical disabilities (below and above 50% disability)
• How difficult it is to get partial disability determinations
• The military retirement program, i.e. before 20 years
• Combat and combat-related injuries
• How fair is the system? Does it work out appropriately in most cases?
• Tough questions have nuanced answers because facts and circumstances are complex 
• Is the VA a terrible system for veterans? A perspective on veteran homelessness
• Quality of VA care, and professionalism of VA doctors