VA Black Hills COVID-19 Response
If you are experiencing symptoms such as fever, cough, or shortness of breath call your VA health care team or nurse triage right away at 877-339-6837. VA Black Hills offers limited drive through testing for COVID-19. If your symptoms or health history indicate testing, you may be scheduled for this quick and safe option for testing.
For your safety and convenience, VA Black Hills offers Curbside Pharmacy Pickup. If you are coming to the Hot Springs or Fort Meade campuses to pick up your medications let the screeners know why you are there. They will call the Pharmacy and direct you to the pickup location. It’s quick, easy, and safe!
There are many ways to stay connected to your health care team through virtual care options. Here are just a few.
- Use Secure Messaging. You can send a secure message to your provider about any health concern or question. https://www.myhealth.va.gov/
- Download VA Video Connect. Your provider may ask you to consider telehealth for an upcoming appointment. By downloading and learning about the VA Video Connect app now, you can prepare yourself. https://mobile.va.gov/appstore
- Refill prescriptions by phone, My HeatheVet or the Rx Refill Mobile App to safely receive medications through the mail.
- For Veterans in crisis, connect with caring and qualified professionals with the Veterans Crisis Line at 1-800-273-8255 Press 1.
