Why can't I get the same meds and treatment here in Philippines that I was getting when living in CA?

SPC John De Poe — Thu, 21 Oct 2021 21:20:09 -0400

I am 76 years old and need a lot of meds that I must pay for out of pocket. I am n ot a rich man and could use the support I was getting when living in Ca, Why won't the VA help me here? I have have been denied meds and help. I did get Nitro once after demanding and making a scene. Didn't want to, but I was desperate. I am the same person I was in Ca. why won't the VA help me here?

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 21 at 2021 10:01 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 21 Oct 2021 22:01:50 -0400

Why not go to the VA Manila Regional Benefit Office and the VA Manila Outpatient Clinic and ask them.

Response by SSgt Christophe Murphy made Oct 22 at 2021 9:03 AM

SSgt Christophe Murphy — Fri, 22 Oct 2021 09:03:18 -0400

Did you fully transfer over to the VA hospital in the Philippines or are you still viewed as a California patient? They may be pushing back because you aren't their patient and they aren't your primary. I would contact them directly and go over your options.

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