Veterans Evaluation Services (VES), a Maximus company, is helping to reach more Veterans than ever with its state-of-the-art, accessible Mobile Medical Clinics. Operating on behalf of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), the clinics expand access to timely, accurate medical disability examinations for Veterans in rural and remote locations. As part of ongoing enhancement to services, VES has also partnered with diagnostic vendors to expand the breadth of services available to Veterans in underserved areas. The wheelchair-accessible mobile units offer state-of-the-art technology, are administered by board-certified medical professionals in the VES Provider Network, and offer the same professional service available in VES’s 3,000+ professional clinic locations.
Mobile medical clinics expand Veterans’ access to disability exams and diagnostic services
Key takeways
- Maximus is expanding its Mobile Medical Clinic program, adding diagnostic services to its delivery of services that are delivered directly to Veterans in rural and remote areas.
- The accessible mobile units are staffed by board-certified clinicians and offer the same modern equipment and standard of care as VES's 3,000+ clinic locations.
- Our mobile fleet has supported 1,500+ mobile clinic events and 20+ Veterans Claims Clinic events, with 800+ locations served and 1,100+ clinicians involved since the program began—improving equitable access and cutting wait times.
Bringing timely, high-quality care closer to Veterans
Nearly 25% of Veterans in the U.S. live in rural locations, making mobile medical clinics a crucial resource for meeting Veterans where they are.
What is the VES Mobile Medical Clinic program?
VES Mobile Medical Clinics are purposely designed RVs with care to meet industry standards specifically for medical purposes. The clinics travel to all geographic regions of service established by the VA.
Veterans can expect:
- Quality, timely, accurate compensation and pension (C&P) exams
Also known as medical disability examinations, C&P exams administered at a VES Mobile Medical Clinic are provided by board-certified clinicians who have met standard requirements of the VES Provider Network. These exams play a crucial role in helping the VA deliver benefits to our nation’s Veterans. - Diagnostic services
Since the initiation of the Mobile Unit fleet, VES has been rendering Audiometry and Visual Field Testing. Effective this year, Mobile Medical Clinic dispatches may include supporting mobile Xray, Electrocardiogram (EKG/ECG), Echocardiogram (Echo) and Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT). - Modern medical equipment and technology
The mobile units feature leading medical technology and equipment for hearing, dental, vision, neurological, psychological, and general exams. - A safe, accessible, comfortable clinic setting
All VES Mobile Medical Clinics are wheelchair accessible and operated by specialized driving staff who are fully vetted to manage each unit and provide a welcoming, safe, and comfortable experience for each Veteran.
Veteran who attended a VES Mobile Medical Clinic appointmentI was thoroughly impressed with my optometry appointment at the VES mobile unit in Jackson, Mississippi. Scott was helpful and friendly. Dr. Yen was professional and answered any questions I had.
How do VES mobile clinics expand equitable access to medical disability exams and diagnostic services?
VES’s expanding mobile fleet demonstrates our commitment to delivering equitable experiences for Veterans. As the fleet has grown, so has our coverage, extending services to Veterans who may otherwise face significant barriers to care.
Our track record of service backs up this commitment:
- Since launching our fleet of mobile units, we have supported over 800+ locations and 1,100+ clinicians in the VES Provider Network have supported the mobile program.
How do VES Mobile Medical Clinics support areas with limited local resources?
Our mobile units frequently return to locations with limited local clinical infrastructure and travel options for Veterans, and in fact are sometimes the only option for timely access to exams and diagnostic services for housebound Veterans. The Mobile Medical Clinics can often reach them more quickly than arranging travel to the nearest brick-and-mortar clinic location. The clinics may also help ease the burden on Veteran caregivers who are often relied on for transportation to medical appointments. By meeting Veterans where they are, the Mobile Medical Clinic program reduces wait times, expands equitable access, and helps the VA in its mission to improve service delivery.
Veteran who attended a VES Mobile Medical Clinic appointmentThe staff was professional and friendly, making it a very pleasant visit. I give them the highest marks allowed.