2024 VA Fargo Summer VetFest
Your hub for all information related to VA Fargo's Summer VetFest on August 22nd from 1600-2000 at the main Fargo Hospital in the Healing Garden
Can't Make it, But Want to See if You Are Eligible for VA Healthcare via the PACT Act?
It is simple, free, and we have made it easier than ever.
The largest expansion of Veteran health care in Generations!
What is the PACT Act?
The PACT Act is a law that expands VA health care and benefits for Veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange, and other toxic substances. Click Here to learn more.
All Veterans exposed to toxins and other hazards during military service – at home or abroad – are now eligible for VA health care.
In March 2024, VA expanded health care eligibility to millions of Veterans – including all Veterans who served in the Vietnam War, the Gulf War, Iraq, Afghanistan, and any other combat zone after 9/11 up to 8 years earlier than called for by the PACT Act.
VA will not rest until every Veteran gets the toxic exposure-related care and benefits they deserve. Visit the PACT Act website to apply today or learn more about what the PACT Act could mean for you or call 1-800-698-2411.
Over 10,000 Veterans in North Dakota and Northwest Minnesota are now eligible for VA health care. ENROLL NOW
Performance Implementation
VA publishes the PACT Act Performance Dashboard every other Friday to measure the implementation of this legislation and showcase its impact on Veterans and survivors. As part of VA’s commitment to transparency, we share the same dashboard internally and externally to maximize accountability to the Veterans, families, caregivers, and survivors we serve.
Operation Check Six is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit that was created in March 2021 by Angie and Dan Hudson. After seeing the positive effects writing and music have in the recovery of trauma, Operation Check Six began meeting with veterans, listening to their stories, and turning them into music. Operation Check Six has been part of numerous musical events, including having a part in a song writing project that was ultimately nominated for the 2021 Independent Pop Country Single of the Year. We are veterans, military members, law enforcement, nurses and many others that have all walked a journey of trauma.
Geographic Overview
Services / Programs Offered
Description
Imaging
Learn about our programs and services provided through our Imaging Department to include: Nuclear Medicine, Radiology, Picture Archiving and Communications Systems (PACS), Interventional Radiology, MRIs, Computerized Tomography (CT), Diagnostic Radiology (X-Rays), Ultrasound, Vascular Lab, Cardiology Stress Test, and Lung Cancer Screenings
Nutrition and Food Services
Learn about programs and services in our Nutrition and Food Services Program to include: Diet, Walk-In Nutrition, Nutrition Education, Healthy Teaching Kitchen Group (available at downtown Fargo Clinic), Move Weight Management Program
Compensation and Pension
Visit with us about Toxic Exposure Screening and environmental hazords
Connected Care
Learn about our over 590 Telemedicine Clinics, Store and Forward imaging program, connected health services. You can also get assistance enrolling and navigating MyHealtheVet or help enrolling or navigating Home Telehealth systems
Whole Health
Learn about Acupuncture, Battlefield Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Massage, Reiki, Tai Chi, Yoga, Clinical Hypnosis, Walk-in Chiropractor, Veterans Health Education, and the VA National Transplant Program
Prosthetics and Sensory Aids
Discover different programs that are available through our Prosthetics & Sensory Aids Department including: Clothing Allowance, Major Medical Equipment, Surgical Implants, Service Dog Veterinary Benefit, Auto Adaptive Equipment, Home Improvement Structural Alterations (HISA), Orthotics, and Home Oxygen
Referral Care Initiative
The Referral Coordination Initiative (RCI) is the Veterans Health Administration's (VHA) improved focus on being truly Veteran-centric by identifying and advancing the interests of the Veterans. RCI transitions referral scheduling from multiple clinical employees to referral coordination teams (RCT), comprised of administrative and clinical staff who are dedicated to putting Veterans at the center of their care.
Women Veteran Health Services
Become enlightened by learning about all of the programs and services that are available specifically to Women Veterans
Rehab and Extended Care
VA Fargo offers Physical Therapy, Recreational Therapy, Speech Pathology and Therapy, Hospice and Palliative Care, and Community Living Center (Nursing Home Care)(temporary)
Military Sexual Trauma Program Inforamtion
Military Sexual Trauma outpatient services are offered at every VA Medical Center
Primary Care
Learn about our Patient Aligned Care Teams (PACT)
Suicide Prevention Program
Suicide has no single cause and no one approach can end it—but prevention is possible, especially when Veterans find support before a crisis happens.
Surgical Care
Discover more about our surgical services to include: Anesthesia Pain Clinic, Audiology, Optometry, General Surgery, Osteopathy, Dermatology, Orthopedic Surgery, Urology, Podiatry, Ophthalmology, Otolaryngology, Endoscopy, Vascular Surgery, Gastroenterology, ENT Surgery, Dental, and Wound Clinic
Caregiver Support Program
Caregivers provide a valuable service for Veterans and are "partners" with us in providing excellent healthcare. To support these efforts, VA Fargo offers a number of services to support you and the Veteran you care for. Our caregiver support team is standing by to help you find what you need, whether it's in-home help, someone to listen to, or anything in between.
Health Care for Homeless Veterans (HCHV)
Initially serving as a mechanism to contract with providers for community-based residential treatment for homeless Veterans, many HCHV programs now serve as the hub for a myriad of housing and other services that provide VA with a way to reach and assist homeless Veterans by offering them entry to VA care. Outreach is the core of the HCHV program. The central goal is to reduce homelessness among Veterans by conducting outreach to those who are the most vulnerable and not currently receiving services and engaging them in treatment and rehabilitative programs. Another aspect of HCHV is the Contract Residential Treatment program, which places Veterans with serious mental health diagnoses into quality, community-based, supportive housing
Intimate Partner Violence Assistance Program
The VA’s Intimate Partner Violence Assistance Program (IPVAP) is committed to helping Veterans, their partners, and VA staff who are impacted by IPV. If you, or someone you know could be experiencing and/or using IPV - help is available
VA Community Care
VA provides care to Veterans through community providers when VA cannot provide the care needed. Community care is based on specific eligibility requirements, availability of VA care, and the needs and circumstances of individual Veterans. Learn about our specific Traveling Veteran Coordination, Care Coordination and Integrated Case Management Programs
Chaplain
chaplains serve people of all faiths and denominations as well as patients and families looking for non-denominational support.
Center for Development and Civic Engagement (CDCE)
The Fargo VA Health Care System is always seeking the generosity of donors and Volunteers. The purpose of the Fargo VA Health Care System's Center for Development & Civic Engagement is to support our nation’s heroes by partnering with local service organizations, area businesses, and individuals from our community.
Health Administration Services
Enrollment and ID Card Assistance
Engineering
See our new logistical TUG delivery vehicles
EMS
See our Xenex Microbial Reduction Robot and learn how our facility is one of the cleanest in the VA.
Minority Veteran & LGBTQ+ Veteran Programs
The term "Veterans who are minorities" means Veterans who are identified as African Americans, Asian American/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, Native American/Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian. As a minority Servicemember or Veteran, you may qualify for a wide range of benefits offered by the Department of Veterans Affairs. We encourage you to learn about available resources and programs and to apply for the benefits you may have earned.
Therapy Services
Learn more about our Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Recreational Therapy, and Speech Pathology & Therapy Services
Veteran Transportation Service (VTS)
Veterans who are eligible for VA health care benefits and have a VA-authorized appointment are eligible for transportation through the VTS program based on availability.
Blood Pressure Checks
Get your blood pressure taken.
Cardiology
Our cardiology specialists offer advanced treatment and care for conditions affecting your heart and blood vessels, including heart disease, stroke, heart rhythm disorders and high blood pressure.
Specialty Medicince
Learn about Neurology, Hospitalist, Nephrology, Oncology, Cardiology, Respiratory Therapy, Pulmonary, Rheumatology, Infectious Disease, and Endocrinology Services
Mental Health
Learn about the many inpatient and outpatient Mental Health services that are offered by the Fargo VA. VA Fargo offers Assessment & Therapy, Psychiatry, Marriage & Family Therapy, and Vocational Rehabilitation services.
Human Resources
Discover open employment opportunities
Pharmacy
Learn about our services provided through our Pharmacy department to include: Home Based Primary Care (Pharmacy), Anticoagulation Therapy, Endocrinology (Telemedicine), Pharmacogenomics, Erythropoiesis-Stimulating Agents (ESA) Phone Clinic, Liver Wellness, Medication Management (Pain, counseling), Sterile IV Compounding including Chemo infusions, Tobacco Cessation, and the Pharmacy Residency Program
Even if you don’t need this care today, you might need it tomorrow, or the next day, or 30 years from now.
It’s quick and easy to apply. And once you’re in, you have access for life.
Parking
Veteran/Patient Parking on the North side of our campus is our primary parking option. In the event that parking on the North is full, please feel utilize our South Gate Parking or the Lutheran Church Parking across the street from the VA.
The PACT Act - Gulf War & Iraq Veterans
Check out this video series if you are a Gulf War & Iraq Veteran and want to learn more about the PACT Act
The PACT Act - Vietnam Veterans
Check out this video series if you are a Vietnam Veteran and want to learn more about the PACT Act.
Burn Pit & Agent Orange - Claims
Check out this video series for more information on Burn Pits and Agent Orange
