The following resources provide helpful information for Veterans and other stakeholders on VA’s effort to roll out a new electronic health record at its medical facilities nationwide.
Fact Sheets
How the Federal EHR Benefits Veterans
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is modernizing its EHR at all VA facilities. The Federal EHR will improve VA’s health care delivery and positively impact the care Veterans receive. Learn more about the ways the new system will enhance standardization across VA, improve prevention and treatment options, and more.
VA’s New EHR: Things Every Veteran Can Do to Prepare
There are a few things Veterans can do to prepare for the Federal EHR at their local VA medical center. Things like making appointments early, knowing how to use secure messaging, refilling prescriptions early, and making sure contact information is accurate will help ease the transition to the new system.
Patient Portal Resources
If you receive care at the following VA medical centers and their associated clinics, visit the My VA Health Veteran Resources page to access a user guide and other resources.
- Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center in Spokane, WA
- Jonathan M. Wainwright Memorial VA Medical Center in Walla Walla, WA
- VA Central Ohio Health Care System in Columbus, OH
- Roseburg VA Health Care System in Roseburg, OR
- VA Southern Oregon Rehabilitation Center and Clinics in White City, OR
- Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center in North Chicago, IL
If you receive care at any other VA medical centers and their associated clinics, visit the My HealtheVet patient portal page for information and resources on how to use the portal.
