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We hope you are staying safe through this COVID-19 response. The Miami VA continues to respond proactively and is committed to protecting our Veterans while providing the healthcare you earned.
COVID Vaccine Update
Miami VA Healthcare System COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics are now offering COVID-19 Vaccine for enrolled, eligible Veterans in Miami-Dade, Broward and Monroe Counties.
Vaccines are available for walk-ins or by appointment, as supply allows, at the Bruce W. Carter VA Medical Center and the William "Bill" Kling VA Clinic.
Bruce W. Carter VA Medical Center
1201 NW 16th St, Miami FL 33125
Hours of Operation: Monday – Sunday, 7 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Clinic Type: By appointment or walk in while supplies last
William “Bill” Kling VA Clinic
9800 W Commercial Blvd, Sunrise FL 33351
Hours of Operation: Monday – Sunday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Clinic Type: By appointment or walk in while supplies last
Appointment-only vaccine clinics are available at our Homestead VA Clinic and Key West VA Clinic
Key West VA Clinic
1300 Douglas Circle, Key West, FL 33040
Hours of Operation: Wednesday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Clinic Type: By appointment
Homestead VA Clinic
950 Krome Avenue, Homestead, FL 33030
Hours of Operation: Monday and Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Clinic Type: By appointment
Veterans Being Vaccinated at the Miami VA Healthcare System
- Eligible, enrolled Veterans over the age of 65
- Eligible, enrolled Veterans with high-risk medical conditions of any age
- Eligible, enrolled Veterans that receive care at the VA aged 18 and older and are employed as fire fighters, police officers, corrections officers, food and agricultural workers, United States Postal Service workers, manufacturing workers, grocery store workers, public transit workers, and those who work in the educational sector (teachers, support staff, and daycare workers) and who have not yet received the first dose of COVID-19 vaccine are eligible to receive the vaccine at no cost. Please bring identification or documentation of employment in one of these categories.
High-risk medical conditions include cancer, chronic kidney disease, COPD, heart failure, coronary artery disease, pregnancy, sickle cell disease, type 2 diabetes and more found here.
To schedule an appointment, Veterans can call 305-575-7000 or contact their care team.
Veterans must be enrolled and eligible for VA health care benefits. Veterans must be able to return to the same site for their second dose. All Veterans are being reminded to not bring a visitor to their vaccine appointment unless medically necessary.
As vaccine supply increases, we will notify additional groups of Veterans who are eligible to receive the vaccine at VA. Veterans may also visit https://www.miami.va.gov/services/covid-19-vaccines.asp for information and updates.
Preparing for Your Visit
We are taking a phased and cautious approach to ensure our medical centers remain able to care for any influx of COVID-19 patients requiring hospitalization or need to come to our facilities for care. You can learn more about those steps on our new and improved webpage “Preparing for Your Visit” that provides important information and what to expect when visits our facilities for your appointment or procedure.
As a reminder, please wear a mask when out in public, practice physical distancing where possible and avoid large crowds. If you are at high risk of complications from COVID-19, consider the many no-contact options provided by businesses such as grocery and other goods delivery services and restaurant take-out and only go out if necessary for essential items.
Taking these precautions will help us help you to be safe and stay well.
Updated Screening Procedures
VEText is now available at all locations – simply text the word “here” to 53079 when you arrive, and you will be contacted by your care team when it’s time to enter the building. You will also be sent a link to VA’s online screening application. If you wish to be screened in person, all locations are still conducting face-to-face screening and temperature checks upon entry.
Flu Season is Still Here
VA is still offering flu shots for eligible Veterans at all Miami VA locations. Contact your care team today to schedule your appointment. Confused about the difference between a COVID vaccine and a Flu vaccine? Learn more here: Flu vs COVID Vaccine Factsheet for Patients
Get Answers About Your Care from Anywhere
The VISN 8 Clinical Contact Center delivers virtual urgent care services when and where you need it. Call 1-877-741-3400 today for general administrative support, nurse advice and triage, and/or virtual visits with a doctor or nurse practitioner. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/2XTbfMy
Miami VA Virtual Health Education Resources
Virtual Education: A new resource for helping Veterans, families, caregivers understand their health needs and make informed decisions is available online at https://www.miami.va.gov/patients/patiented.asp. For a list of mobile applications for your smart phone, visit https://mobile.va.gov/.
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