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6/8: VA announced it will resume in-person Compensation and Pension (C&P) exams in select locations. VA expects to start conducting in-person exams within the next few weeks based on the availability of Veterans in the following approved locations.
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Local Events and Happenings
Contacting us during COVID-19
The Columbia VA Regional Office is closed to the public due to COVID-19, but we are still here to help should you need assistance!
A Public Contact Team representative is just an email or telephone call away.
Call us at (803) 647-2488, or email VetAsst.VBACMS@va.gov, and provide your:
- Name
- Contact information and,
- Best time of day for contact between 8:00am and 4:00pm
You can also request a "Virtual Face-to-Face" meeting with a VA representative by sending an email to VetAsst.VBACMS@va.gov and providing your:
- Name
- Contact information and,
- Best time of day for contact between 8:00am and 4:00pm
Outside of regular hours you may also apply for benefits online through va.gov, emailing the VA or calling the VA National Call Center at 1-800-827-1000.
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Our Response to COVID-19
We appreciate your patience as we continue to work with you during this time of crisis. View VBA COVID-19 response, updated regularly.
Tele-Townhall with the Under Secretary
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