Is there medical care available for 100% disabled veterans in Thailand?

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Feb 18, 2024

10 months ago

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Hello beautiful Thailand , 

I am curious if there is medical care for 100% disabled Veterans in Thailand , I am getting ready to make the jump for happiness and was curious

I have enough finances for medical reasons , and emergency situations

Wish everyone well 🙏

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The post inquires about medical care for 100% disabled veterans in Thailand. Responses indicate that while there are excellent private medical services available, they do not match the comprehensive care provided by the VA in the U.S. Some comments suggest exploring veteran-focused groups that could offer more specific support and the closest VA facility is in Manila, Philippines. There's a mention of challenges for disabled individuals in accessing mobility around Thai cities, and a recommendation for checking on the VA's program for traveling veterans.

Tim *********

MAnilla is the closest facility. I've been checking into this same question myself. For medical attention it is MAnilla. VA, does offer a program called traveling vet. I think it is for meds etc. You might want to check. I have a appointment next week and will find out for sure.

10 months ago

Tom *********

There's excellent private medical care, but don't expect VA care or SS reimbursement. If your disability affects mobility getting around is problematic as the cities tend to have many obstacles for wheelchair users. A good friend is a disable Vietnam combat vet. He's been shot up and slapped down with many health issues. He's lived 24 years in BKK. He's got Thai imsurance.

10 months ago

Eric **********

Closest place is Manila, Philippines. Thanks for your service. 81-85 here

10 months ago

David ******

Join this group to start

10 months ago

Michael ********

There are i believe some groups specifically for US veterans for living in Thailand and the region who can answer you better. Sorry dont know the groups need to search.

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