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Full Resource Name:

VA - THE BRUCE W. CARTER DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS MEDICAL CENTER

Address

1201 NW 16th Street
Miami, FL 33125

(305) 575-7000

http://www.miami.va.gov/

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Description:

This center provides a range of medical services for eligible veterans. Services are primarily for those with a service-connected disability, but individuals with a medical complaint will be seen by a doctor.

We now have Veteran Vaccination Clinics, by appointment only at the Bruce W. Carter VA Medical Center, William !€œBill!€ Kling VA Clinic, Homestead VA Clinic and Key West VA Clinic for Veterans

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COVID-19 Control

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        Veterans Affairs Medical Centers

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              Volunteer Opportunities

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                    General Information

                    Hours:

                    Administrative Hours:
                    8:30am-5:00pm, Mon-Fri

                    Care Line:
                    8:00am-4:30pm, Mon-Fri

                    Telecare:
                    4:00pm-8:00am, Mon-Fri
                    24/7, Sat, Sun

                    24 hours a day, 7 days a week Emergency Room assistance

                    Intake Process:

                    All new/current must provide proof of income, residence, or records of medical needs discussed in person.

                    Walk-ins welcomed too but individuals with appointments are assisted first.

                    COVID Vaccination is by appointment only

                    Veterans must be enrolled and eligible for VA health care benefits and must be able to return to the same site for their second dose.

                    Visit the VA web page at va.gov/health-care/covid-19-vaccine/and sign-up to be contacted.We are continuing to schedule eligible Veterans for vaccination appointments as more vaccine becomes available.

                    Program Fees:

                    All fees based on client's family income, needs, and eligibilities but does accept all types of medical insurances

                    Languages:

                    English, Spanish, Creole

                    Translators available upon request

                    Eligibility:

                    Honorably discharged veterans for services/medical attention.

                    Call for other restrictions.

                    COVID Vaccination:
                    Veterans who are aged 65 years and older and who are active patients of the Miami VA Healthcare System.

                    Is Shelter?

                    No

                    Related Resources

                    VA - MIAMI CENTER FOR WOMEN VETERANS

                    VA - MIAMI VA HEALTHCARE SYSTEM MENTAL HEALTH SERVICE

                    Miscellaneous

                    AKA:

                    U.S. DEPARTMENT OF VETERAN AFFAIRS, VA HOSPITAL

                    Related Resource

                    U.S. DEPARTMENT OF VETERAN AFFAIRS

                    Date of Official Change:

                    June 2, 2025

                    Volunteer Opportunities:

                    Yes, call for information.

                    Miami VA is recruiting volunteers to safely test new vaccines and treatments to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. Anyone over the age of 18 can volunteer: Veterans, family members and friends. Your family and community will !€œthank you for your service.!€

                    To register: https://www.va.gov/coronavirus-research

                    Legal Status:

                    Public Service

                    Year Incorporated:

                    1999

                    Address Listings

                    Mailing

                    1201 NW 16th Street
                    Miami, FL 33125

                    Physical (Primary)

                    1201 NW 16th Street
                    Miami, FL 33125

                    Contacts

                    Kalautie Jangdhari

                    Primary Contact

                    Acting Director

                    (305) 575-7000 x3124

                    kalautie.jangdhari@va.gov

                    Elizabeth Ruiz

                    Transition & Care Management Program Manager

                    (305) 575-7000 x3913

                    Elizabeth.Ruiz@va.gov

                    Phone Numbers

                    Main

                    (305) 575-7000

                    Care Line

                    (305) 575-7030

                    Fax

                    (305) 276-3266

                    Telecare

                    (877) 741-3400

                    Toll-Free

                    (888) 276-1785