Provider news

Did you know that DVA funds alcohol and other drug services for eligible veterans? Find out what we cover and how to refer.

Members of the veteran and defence communities may be concerned by the ongoing investigation by the Australian Federal Police and the Office of the Special Investigator (OSI), which was set up in the wake of the Inspector-General of the Australian Defence Force (IGADF) inquiry.

Find out about DVA’s Non-Liability Health Care (mental health) arrangements including, who’s eligible, what it covers and as a health provider, what you need to do.

DVA has updated its Medicinal Cannabis Framework which will streamline access to funded medicinal cannabis for eligible DVA clients.

Dietitians now need to check if the residential aged care facility the veteran they’re treating resides in funds nutritional supplements, before requesting them through DVA.

If you’re a general practice manager, work in general practice or simply want to improve your understanding of DVA’s health arrangements, our online webinar and printable quick guides can help you support your veteran patients.

From 1 November 2022, Veteran Card holders can access fully funded allied mental health services by video telehealth, without the need for initial consultations to be held in person.

Concerned your email from DVA may be a scam? You can set up a secure DVA account to give you piece of mind when opening emails from us.

If you think your veteran patient might benefit from tailored support for social wellbeing and/or employment, and they have not yet had their health condition/s accepted by DVA as being related to their ADF service, they could be eligible for a program DVA is trialling.