Who needs a VA 10-5345a form?
This form is required if the veteran wants to obtain his/her medical records. This information can be released by the Washington DC VA Medical Center. The individual has to fill out this form and send it.
What is the purpose of the VA 10-5345a form?
This form helps the veteran obtain the copies of his/her medical records. The Release of Information staff in the Department of Veteran Affairs receives the form and uses the information provided to find and send back the required medical records.
What documents must be accompanied by the VA 10-5345a form?
There is no need to accompany this request with other forms.
When is the VA 10-5345a form due?
The form can be filled out when the veteran needs it. Keep in mind that it requests for records are processed within 20 days of receiving it.
What information should be provided in the VA 10-5345a form?
The requester has to add his/her personal information: name, social security number and date of birth. The form also must contain the information about the medical facility where the veteran was treated, dates of treatment and what documents the requester needs (copy of hospital summary, copy of outpatient treatment, etc). The requester should also choose the method of delivering copies of health information (in-person, by mail).
The veteran also has to sign and date the form.
What do I do with the form after its completion?
The form is forwarded to the Washington VA Medical Center, Release of Information Office.