VA North Dakota Contact Directory: Fargo VA, CBOCs, Vet Centers

VA North Dakota Office Contact: Phone Numbers, Locations, and Hours 2026

The main VA North Dakota contact is the Fargo VA Health Care System at 2101 Elm Street North, Fargo, ND 58102. The main phone number is 701-239-3700, with a toll-free line at 800-410-9723. The Fargo VA Regional Benefit Office is located at 2101 Elm Street N, Building 40, and can be reached through the VA benefits hotline at 800-827-1000. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Central Time.

Quick Facts

Fargo VA Health Care System: Complete Contact Directory

The Fargo VA Health Care System is the primary VA medical facility serving North Dakota and western Minnesota. It operates a 36-bed acute care hospital, a 38-bed Community Living Center, primary care and specialty medicine clinics, and multiple community-based outpatient clinics across the region.

Main Contact Information

The Fargo VA Medical Center mailing address is 2101 Elm Street North, Fargo, ND 58102-2417.

Department-Specific Phone Numbers

The Fargo VA operates a comprehensive phone directory for administrative and program offices. The following table lists key departments and their contact numbers. Veterans should call the main line at 701-239-3700 and ask for the specific department if a direct number is not listed.

Emergency and Crisis Contacts

What veterans should do next: Save the main line (701-239-3700), toll-free line (800-410-9723), and the Veterans Crisis Line (988, Press 1) in your phone. For pharmacy refills, use the automated line at 1-855-560-1718 or the Rx Refill mobile app.

Fargo VA Regional Benefit Office

The Fargo VA Regional Benefit Office is located on the same campus as the Fargo VA Medical Center and helps veterans, service members, and their families access VA benefits including disability compensation, education benefits, life insurance, pensions, and home loans.

Contact Information

Scheduling an Appointment

Visitors seeking assistance at the Fargo Regional Office are encouraged to schedule a virtual or in-person appointment through the Visitor Engagement Reporting Application (VERA). VERA is a self-service portal that allows visitors to schedule, reschedule, and cancel appointments.

To schedule an appointment, visit the VERA portal at va.my.site.com/VAVERA/s/. You will receive email confirmation of your appointment.

What to Bring to Your Visit

When visiting the Fargo VA Regional Benefit Office, bring:

• A current, unexpired photo ID

• A copy of your discharge or separation papers (DD-214)

• Copies of relevant medical records

• Your Social Security number

• Direct deposit information

• Information about your dependents (dates of birth, Social Security numbers)

What veterans should do next: If you need help filing a disability claim, requesting a decision review, or checking claim status, schedule an appointment through VERA before visiting. Walk-ins are accepted, but appointments reduce wait times.

Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) in North Dakota

The Fargo VA Health Care System operates community-based outpatient clinics throughout North Dakota to bring care closer to where veterans live. These clinics provide primary care, mental health services, and some specialty care.

North Dakota CBOC Locations and Contacts

Sources: North Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs resource handbook and VA facility data.

What veterans should do next: If you live closer to a CBOC than to Fargo, call the clinic directly to schedule appointments. CBOCs can handle most primary care needs and can refer you to the Fargo VA Medical Center for specialty care when needed.

Vet Centers in North Dakota

Vet Centers provide confidential help for veterans, service members, and their families at no cost in a non-medical setting. Services include counseling for depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), military sexual trauma, and bereavement, as well as community outreach and referral services.

North Dakota Vet Center Locations

Sources: VA Vet Center directory and North Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs.

Vet Centers are separate from VA medical centers. You do not need to be enrolled in VA health care to receive Vet Center services. Combat veterans and veterans who experienced military sexual trauma are eligible for Vet Center counseling regardless of discharge status.

What veterans should do next: If you need counseling for PTSD, depression, or readjustment issues, contact your nearest Vet Center directly. Appointments are available in person, by phone, or through telehealth.

North Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs

The North Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs is a state agency that provides assistance to veterans and their families, including help with VA claims, benefits counseling, and advocacy.

Main Office Contact Information

Key State Staff Contacts

Sources: North Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs staff directory.

Fargo VA Regional Office (VARO) Co-Located Staff

Some North Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs staff are co-located at the Fargo VA Regional Office at 2101 North Elm Street, Fargo, ND 58102.

What veterans should do next: Contact the North Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs for free assistance with VA claims, appeals, and benefits questions. State service officers are accredited to represent veterans before the VA.

VA Benefits Hotline and National Resources

Beyond local contacts, veterans can reach VA services through national hotlines and online resources available 24/7.

What veterans should do next: Save the VA Benefits Hotline (800-827-1000) and MyVA411 (800-698-2411) in your phone. These numbers connect you to VA services regardless of where you live.

Common Mistakes Veterans Make When Contacting VA North Dakota

Mistake 1: Calling the wrong number for benefits. The Fargo VA Medical Center (701-239-3700) handles health care. For disability claims, pensions, education benefits, and home loans, call the VA Benefits Hotline at 800-827-1000.

Mistake 2: Not knowing the difference between the medical center and the regional office. Both are located at 2101 Elm Street North, but they serve different functions. The medical center provides health care. The regional benefit office processes claims and benefits.

Mistake 3: Visiting without scheduling an appointment. The Fargo VA Regional Benefit Office encourages visitors to schedule appointments through VERA. Walk-ins are accepted but may experience longer waits.

Mistake 4: Forgetting required documents. Bring your DD-214, photo ID, Social Security number, and direct deposit information to any benefits appointment.

Mistake 5: Not using the toll-free number. Veterans outside the Fargo area should use 800-410-9723 for health care and 800-827-1000 for benefits to avoid long-distance charges.

Mistake 6: Waiting too long to seek mental health care. The Fargo VA Mental Health Department can be reached directly at 701-451-7887. The Veterans Crisis Line is available 24/7 at 988 (Press 1).

Common Questions

1. What is the main phone number for the Fargo VA?

The main phone number for the Fargo VA Health Care System is 701-239-3700. The toll-free number is 800-410-9723. TTY services are available by dialing 711.

2. Where is the Fargo VA located?

The Fargo VA Health Care System is located at 2101 Elm Street North, Fargo, ND 58102-2417. The Fargo VA Regional Benefit Office is at the same campus in Building 40.

3. What are the hours of operation for the Fargo VA Regional Benefit Office?

The Fargo VA Regional Benefit Office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Central Time. It is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.

4. How do I schedule an appointment at the Fargo VA Regional Office?

Schedule a virtual or in-person appointment through the Visitor Engagement Reporting Application (VERA) at va.my.site.com/VAVERA/s/. You will receive email confirmation of your appointment.

5. What CBOC locations are available in North Dakota?

North Dakota has CBOCs in Bismarck, Grand Forks, Devils Lake, Jamestown, Dickinson, Minot, Grafton, and Williston. Contact each clinic directly for appointments and services.

6. How do I contact a patient advocate at the Fargo VA?

The patient advocate at the Fargo VA Health Care System is Jacob Larson. Call the main line at 701-239-3700 and ask for the patient advocate, or visit the patient advocate page on the Fargo VA website.

7. What is the phone number for the Fargo VA mental health department?

The Fargo VA Mental Health Department can be reached directly at 701-451-7887. For mental health appointment scheduling, call 701-239-3700, ext. 3150.

8. How do I refill my prescriptions at the Fargo VA?

Prescription refills can be requested by calling 1-855-560-1718, using My HealtheVet, using the Rx Refill mobile app, or by mail to the Fargo VA Health Care System, Pharmacy (119).

9. Where are Vet Centers located in North Dakota?

Vet Centers are located in Fargo (701-237-0942), Bismarck (701-224-9751), and Minot (701-852-0177). A new Grand Forks Vet Center opened on November 21, 2025.

10. How do I contact the North Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs?

The North Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs is located at 4201 38th Street SW, Suite 104, Fargo, ND 58104-7535. The main phone number is 701-239-7165.

11. What is the Veterans Crisis Line number?

Call 988 and press 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line. You can also text 838255 or chat online at VeteransCrisisLine.net. The service is available 24/7.

12. What number do I call for VA benefits questions?

Call the VA Benefits Hotline at 800-827-1000 for questions about disability compensation, pensions, education benefits, home loans, and life insurance.

13. Is the Fargo VA Emergency Department open 24 hours?

Yes. The Fargo VA Medical Center operates an Emergency Department that is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call 701-239-3700 or 911 in an emergency.

14. What should I bring to my appointment at the Fargo VA Regional Office?

Bring a current, unexpired photo ID, your DD-214, relevant medical records, Social Security number, direct deposit information, and dependent information (dates of birth, Social Security numbers).

15. How do I contact the Fargo VA for caregiver support?

Call the main line at 701-239-3700 and ask for the Caregiver Support Program, or call the national Caregiver Support Line at 1-855-260-3274.

16. Where can women veterans get services at the Fargo VA?

The Women Veterans Program Manager is Irene Johnson. Call 1-800-410-9723, ext. 3893 for information about women’s health services.

17. How do I get to the Fargo VA Regional Office?

The Fargo VA Regional Office is located off Interstate 29, exit 67 (19th Ave North), the same exit as Hector International Airport. Follow 19th Avenue North East to the four-way stop at the entrance to the Regional Office (south entrance).

18. Is public transportation available to the Fargo VA campus?

Yes. Public transportation to and from the Fargo VA Campus is available through Fargo-Moorhead Metro (MATBUS). View routes and maps at matbus.com.

19. How do I contact the Fargo VA if I’m deaf or hard of hearing?

Dial 711 for TeleType (TTY) services. For the Veterans Crisis Line TTY, call 711 then 988.

20. What is VA Health Connect?

VA Health Connect is an after-hours nurse advice line available at 1-833-983-0492. It provides veterans with access to clinical advice when their primary care provider’s office is closed.

Key Takeaways

• The main VA North Dakota contact is the Fargo VA Health Care System at 2101 Elm Street North, Fargo, ND 58102. Main phone: 701-239-3700. Toll-free: 800-410-9723.

• The Fargo VA Regional Benefit Office is at 2101 Elm Street N, Building 40. Hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. CT. Call 800-827-1000 for benefits questions.

• North Dakota has eight CBOC locations: Bismarck, Grand Forks, Devils Lake, Jamestown, Dickinson, Minot, Grafton, and Williston.

• Vet Centers are located in Fargo, Bismarck, Minot, and Grand Forks. Vet Center services do not require VA health care enrollment.

• The North Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs is at 4201 38th Street SW, Suite 104, Fargo, ND 58104. Main phone: 701-239-7165.

• Schedule appointments at the Fargo VA Regional Benefit Office through the VERA portal at va.my.site.com/VAVERA/s/.

• The Veterans Crisis Line is available 24/7 at 988 (Press 1), by text at 838255, or online chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net.

• Prescription refills can be requested at 1-855-560-1718 or through My HealtheVet.

• The Fargo VA Mental Health Department can be reached directly at 701-451-7887.

• Bring your DD-214, photo ID, Social Security number, and direct deposit information to all benefits appointments.

Official Resources

• VA Fargo Health Care: va.gov/fargo-health-care — Main facility information, services, and contact directory

• VA Fargo Contact Us: va.gov/fargo-health-care/contact-us — Complete phone directory for Fargo VA departments

• Fargo VA Regional Benefit Office: va.gov/fargo-va-regional-benefit-office-at-north-fargo-va-clinic — Benefits office location, hours, and VERA scheduling

• VA Benefits Hotline: 800-827-1000 — Disability compensation, pensions, education benefits, home loans, life insurance

• MyVA411: 800-698-2411 — General VA information and assistance

• Veterans Crisis Line: 988 (Press 1) — 24/7 crisis support

• VA Health Connect: 1-833-983-0492 — After-hours nurse advice line

• North Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs: veterans.nd.gov — State-level veterans services and claims assistance

• VA Vet Centers: va.gov/find-locations/?facilityType=vet_center — Vet Center locations and services

• USA.gov: USA.gov — Find and contact your elected officials

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