An official website of the United States government.
Federal government websites often end in .gov or .mil. Before sharing sensitive information, make sure you're on a federal government site.
The https:// ensures that you're connecting to the official website and that any information you provide is encrypted and sent securely.
Submitting your SSN is not mandatory to use some of the components of My HealtheVet, however, it is required to receive copies of key portions of your VistA health records. Your SSN will not be used for any other purpose.
If you are a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one, connect with our caring, qualified responders for confidential help. Many of them are Veterans themselves.