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8) You are also eligible for Service-Disabled Veterans Insurance. This insurance is
$10,000 of life insurance coverage at standard insurance rates. In order to receive,
you must apply within two years from the date of notification of service-
connected status. If you are totally disabled, you may apply for a waiver of
premiums and for additional coverage up to $20,000. Premiums cannot be waived on
the additional coverage. Contact the VA Insurance Center in Philadelphia at 1-800-
669-8477.

9) Because of your P&T rating, your spouse and dependent children are eligible for
CHAMPVA. This is the Civilian Health and Medical Program VA, which shares the
cost of medical care. When applying (800-733-8387), include your social security
cards for your spouse and children, marriage certificate, copy of dependent/s’ other
health insurance cards and Medicare Card (if applicable), birth certificate/s for your
children and a copy of your new rating decision. CHAMPVA will then contact the
Phoenix VA Regional Office for certification of your dependents. Once that is
completed CHAMPVA will then send your spouse a packet information and ID
card/s. This may take up to six months for completion.