Agent Orange Registry Health Evaluation for Eligible Veterans – Including Korea VA started the Agent Orange Registry program in 1978 to respond to the health concerns of Vietnam Veterans. VA offers this evaluation to eligible Veterans free of charge. Veterans do not need to be enrolled in the VA health care to get a registry evaluation.

What does a registry evaluation provide?

• A free, specialized health evaluation that includes a medical and military service history, and may include a physical exam and other evaluation as needed.

• Answers to questions about environmental exposures.

• Information about VA health care and other benefits.

Who is eligible for an Agent Orange registry evaluation?

• Vietnam Veterans

• Korean demilitarized zone (DMZ) Veterans.

• Veterans from certain locations in Thailand.

• Veterans from other locations who were exposed during the spraying, testing, or transport of herbicides for military purposes.

How do I get an appointment for a registry evaluation?

• Talk to an Environmental Health Coordinator at any VA medical facility. Call the VA Black Hills Health Care System at 1-800-764-5370 and ask for the Agent Orange Registry Health Evaluation.

Note: A registry evaluation is not a disability compensation exam. A Veteran can file a claim for VA benefits without having had a registry evaluation. Please call the Box Butte County Veterans service office at 762-4154 to schedule an appointment if you believe you have an Agent Orange related problem. It’s better to be safe, than sorry.