How do I contact OIG VA?
How do I contact OIG VA?
Contact the Hotline
- Note: Call center will be unavailable to accept phone calls June 1–2, 2022. All other contact methods will be available.
- Phone: 1 (800) 488-8244.
- FAX: (202) 495-5861.
- Mail:
What does the VA OIG do?
The OIG accomplishes its mission through audits, inspections, investigations and reviews. VA OIG’s work focuses on detecting and preventing waste, abuse, and criminal activity, as well as improving the economy, effectiveness, and efficiency of VA programs and operations.
How do I report a problem with the VA?
Call 1-800-827-1000 or visit any of these websites: VA Disability Compensation.
Who does the VA OIG report to?
Congress
The VA OIG conducts oversight of VA programs and operations, providing independent and objective reporting to VA and Congress in order to prevent and detect fraud, waste and abuse, as well as enhance VA’s integrity, efficiency and effectiveness.
Does VA have investigators?
The OIG also oversees health care inspections of VA health facilities, national reviews, criminal investigations and even a special investigations group, which takes a cross-discipline effort.
How often does the VA investigate disability?
Between two and five years
VA usually reevaluates veterans’ service-connected disabilities on two occasions: Six months after leaving military service; and. Between two and five years from the date of the decision to grant VA disability benefits.
Does the VA investigate?
Through criminal prosecutions and civil monetary recoveries, the OIG’s investigations promote integrity, patient safety, efficiency, and accountability within VA. OIG’s administrative investigations are conducted by the Office of Special Reviews.
Can you sue the VA for benefits?
You can file a claim with the VA for disability compensation (commonly referred to as a Section 1151 claim), and/or you can seek money damages under the Federal Torts Claims Act (FTCA).
Does the VA investigate veterans?
Veterans Affairs (VA) investigates reports of: Or call the VA fiduciary program toll free number 1-888-407-0144, or the VA toll free number 1-800-827-1000. VA fiduciary hubs review all claims of misuse. If misuse is likely, VA will work quickly to replace the fiduciary.
Does the VA do surveillance?
The extensive investigation by the VA and SSA included undercover agents, surveillance, and photographs and video footage from banks, stores, and the Columbia Metropolitan Airport.
What is the VA 20 year rule?
VA Disability 20-Year Rule: Continuous Ratings Service-connected conditions rated at or above a certain disability rating for 20 years or more are considered continuous. According to the VA 20-year rule, VA cannot reduce a continuous rating below its original disability rating unless the rating was based on fraud.
