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Eastern Colorado Healthcare System

Eastern Colorado Healthcare System (ECHCS)

ECHCS provides a full range of health care from our referral VA Medical Center in Denver, Colorado to our eight community based outpatient clinics (CBOCs) stretching from the western border of Kansas to the southern tier of Colorado, and our two nursing home care units in Denver and Pueblo.  Our 1,600 employees stand ready to meet whatever health care needs veterans may have.  It is our hope that this website will help you to make the most of our health care services. Learn more about ECHCS.

What's New!

VISN 19 is committed to making steady progress on the announced plans for the Denver Project .  A meeting was held April 30, 2008 with leaders from VISN 19, Eastern Colorado Health Care System and University of Colorado leadership to begin discussions on plans for a new research tower where researchers will work side by side.  A joint workgroup is being proposed to continue planning efforts.  VISN 19  is excited about the opportunities to share resources  that will allow us to continue our dedication to the well-being of America's veterans through a full spectrum of research that underscores all aspects of VA health care.  

VA Extends Combat Veterans Eligibility!

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Currently enrolled veterans and new enrollees who were discharged from active duty on or after January 28, 2003 are eligible for the enhanced benefits, for 5 years post discharge.  Veterans are eligible for the enhanced benefit until January 27, 2011. To learn more about health benefits for combat veterans, visit the Seamless Transition website. 

The OEF/OIF Intake Clinic is held each Friday from 12 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.  Please contact the OEF/OIF Program staff for more details: