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Data Elements: V1 Veteran's Information
Data Element
V1 Veteran's Information can be found on the DD214 form. This element is required for all veterans in all VA-funded projects.
Theater of Operations
Identify whether the Veteran served in the theater of operations for any listed military conflicts. Only physical presence within the geographic area during the conflict is required for a Yes response – this is not a question of whether the Veteran was in combat or ever came under fire.
Branch of the Military
Record the branch of the military where the Veteran served for the longest time. If periods of service are identical in length, see the instructions related to Year Entered and Year Separated above.
Discharge Status
Record the Veteran’s discharge status. For Veterans with multiple discharges under different conditions, record the best discharge status.
To be considered a Veteran, an individual must have completed training and reported to a duty station. Entry level separations, which only occur during the first 180 days a person is in the military, often happen prior to completion of training.
Data Element Type
V1 Veteran's Information is a U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) Program Specific Data Element and collection is required for all project types.
Collection Point
Record creation.
Why It Matters
This information is used to determine eligibility for VA projects.
Data Quality
How to correct: Enter value, if known on client record.