Direct - Lakeside Medical Group

If you are a Canadian Veteran and have a service connected disability rating of any level you may be eligible for related medical coverage in Mexico, including medications. The program is administered by VAC (Veterans Affairs Canada) 
and enrollment is free.

  • NO deductibles
  • NO copays
  • NO out of pocket expenses

Enrollment and application is completely free

Medical care FOR ESTABLISHED SERVICE-CONNECTED CONDITIONS could be 100% covered in Mexico from minor office visits to major medical needs including monthly medications shipped to your home in Mexico. Everything from office visits to major hospitalizations and surgeries are eligible for coverage with NO COST to you.

 

Free Enrollment

 

Eligibility Section

Please send us a copy of your Rating Letter from VAC. If you do not have this letter available you can get in online easily by going to https://www.veterans.gc.ca/eng/e_services

 

1) goto https://www.veterans.gc.ca/eng/e_services

2) create a VAC account if you dont have one

3) download your VAC Rating letter and send it to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or upload it HERE

 

Many Canadina Veterans living in Ajijic and Chapala are already elegible for the program but unaware of its benefits.

Our Veteran Benefits Dept  has a Mexicam Toll Free number which can be dialed from any phone in Mexico: 800-099-1704. This line is dedicated for Veterans issues

 

Visit your local Anavets Unit

 

FAQ 

How does this program work?

The VAC is the Veterans Administration program in Canada which covers you in Mexico for medical care directly related to your service connected disabilities. The program is officially called the VCA. There is no cost to join and registering does not change your VA government benefits in anyway. There are no-copay or deductibles associated with your policy and there are NO out of pocket expenses for you in any way for medical services provided by us. Medication coverage is also included. Lakeside Medical Group will provide to you medical care, including hospitalizations, medications, office visits, diagnostics, labs etc that is directly related to you service connected disabilities. There is no cost to you.

What is covered? 

Medical care FOR SERVICE-CONNECTED CONDITIONS could be 100% covered in Mexico from minor office visits to major medical needs including monthly medications shipped to your home in Mexico. Everything from office visits to major hospitalizations and surgeries are eligible for coverage with NO cost to you

Are medications covered?

Yes, usually most medications are covered if they are directly related to your service connected disability(s)

How do I get my medications?

You need to be enrolled with us first. Then you can apply to our pharmacy by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Medications can be picked up locally or we can send them to your home in Mexico depending on your location 

How can Lakeside Medical Group work with the VA?

We have agreements and contracts with over 400 different American insurance companies including VAC

Will my current VA benefits be affected?

No. Your current VAC benefits will not be affected in any way. 

What is a Rating Letter and how do I get it? 

A Rating Letter, also know as a Narrative Evaluation is a letter that the VA sends to you that specifically lists all of your service connected disabilities. You can download your letter here  https://www.veterans.gc.ca/eng/e_services
 

I want more coverage in Mexico above and beyond my service connected disabilities. What are my options?

Your only option for coverage is to purchase insurance coverage if you want coverage above and beyond your service connected disability coverage. Please let us know if you would like some options that may be available to you

 

 

 
 
primary care 
Annual Wellness Exams are available exclusively for our active registered members.
 
Our primary care physician will meet with you at NO charge to you. Exams and diagnostics in the list below which are medically justified and approved by our primary care physician are also included at no charge to you. 
 
You can schedule your Annual Wellness Exam here. 
 
Annual Wellness Exams include the following:
 
  • Visit with PCP for full physical and history
  • Including and updating your medical records in our HIPPA compliant medical records system
  • EKG
  • Vision acuity exam
  • BH (CBC complete blood count) and QS (Chem 8)
  • Breast cancer screening (mammogram) Female
  • PSA Prostate cancer screening (PSA Blood Test) Male
  • Colorectal Cancer Screening (at home fecal test)
  • Lipid Panel
  • Urinalyis
  • Checking medication and expiration dates
  • Reviewing all medications for possible drug interactions
  • Setting up medication refills
  • Updating the list of medications in your medical records
 
 
 
Medical visits are provided in the Lakeside Medical Group Hospital. Our facility is located Hidalgo 148A San Antonio de Tlyacapan 45922. We are located directly across from the SuperLake grocery store.
 
All scheduling is handled online by email and via the  scheduler.
 
You can schedule your Annual Wellness Exam here and you can schedule up to 1 year in advance
 
Please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for any questions.