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This tool provides estimates for educational purposes only. We are not accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs and do not file claims, provide legal advice, or represent veterans before the VA (38 U.S.C. § 5904). For official assistance, contact a VSO, CVSO, or VA-accredited attorney.

VA Healthcare Priority Groups: Eligibility Tool

Priority Group Finder

Based on VA's published priority-group criteria at 38 CFR § 17.36[src]. This page is a free community resource. We are not VA-accredited and do not file claims or provide legal advice (per 38 U.S.C. § 5904).

Last reviewed: April 2026 · Next review: October 2026

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Primary sources: VA.gov priority groups, 38 CFR § 17.36

Answer a few questions to estimate which VA healthcare priority group[src] you may fall into based on your service. Lower group numbers indicate higher enrollment priority.