Cost-Free Health Care for OEF/OIF Veterans Published July 25, 2015 Guard Your Health Washington -- The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers five years of cost-free health care and medications to OEF/OIF combat Veterans for injuries or conditions related to service.Coverage may include health care and medications—as well as dental services.Soldiers who experienced a dental trauma while on active duty may qualify for lifelong dental care, as well as service-connected disability payments. VA also provides counseling services for Soldiers and families.A dedicated VA website has the details.