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VA Insurance Hoax |
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The VA Office of Inspector General (VAOIG) requests assistance in attempting to put an end to an insurance hoax that has plagued the VA for many years. Veterans are being told by fliers or articles to apply for SGLI dividends. The fliers did not originate with the VA and do not reflect VA policies. The VA does not pay dividends on SGLI policies. Dividend payments are automatic to those veterans who have participating VA policies that pay dividends and who continue to pay premiums. The dividend is usually paid on the anniversary date of the policy, and no application is needed. Some recent versions of the hoax have included offers to assist the veteran in obtaining the "dividend" for a small fee. Do not give any money to individuals who make his offer to you. If you are approached with such an offer, you should immediately report it to the VAOIG, providing all available identifying information (such as name, address, and telephone number) on the individual. The VAOIG Hotline Address & Phone Number are: Department of Veterans Affairs Inspector General Hotline (53E) PO Box 50410 Washington, D.C. 20091-0410 E-Mail: vaoig.hotline@forum.va.gov Phone: 1-800-488-8244 |
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