All veterans are encouraged to enroll in the VA Health Care System. To begin the process, please complete an Application for Health Care Benefits. You can print the form and mail it to us at:

William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital
Patient Administration Service/Eligibility
Attn: Milda Bridgwater
2500 Overlook Terrace
Madison, WI 53705

When mailing your application, please include the following items —

• a copy of both sides of your current insurance card (including Medicare or Medicaid)
• a copy of your DD214, 'Armed Forces Report of Transfer or Discharge'
• (Purple Heart recipients only) a copy of your award letter if 'Purple Heart' is not noted on your DD214

To speak to someone in our eligibility office, please call (608) 280-7136.