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Former Prisoners of War Program

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One of the highest priorities of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is meeting the needs of Former Prisoners of War (FPOWs), extraordinary men and women who have endured captivity, suffered extreme deprivation and sacrificed their own freedom to preserve the freedom of all Americans.
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Location

  • Memphis VA Medical Center

Contact Number(s)

  • 901-523-8990 Ext. 7464

Hours of Operation

  • M-F, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m

 

POW Program at Memphis VA Medical Center

  • Former POWs receive special priority for health care in VA hospitals and clinics. They are exempt from making means test copayments for inpatient and outpatient medical care and medications. They also are eligible for dental care, eyeglasses and hearing aids. Extended care services such as in-home care and nursing home care are also available. The wives and widows of former POWs may be eligible for some benefits.
  • VA actively reaches out to all former POWs who are not receiving their deserved VA benefits. We will gladly assist any POW with their questions and in initiating or reopening a claim.