James J. Peters VA Medical Center

COVID-19 Vaccines

VA is providing the Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) vaccines, as authorized by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Supply varies by facility. Get more information about COVID-19 vaccines at VA.

We are working to vaccinate as many eligible individuals as quickly as possible.

Easier access to vaccines and more people eligible

VA is adding walk-in COVID-19 vaccinations at all VA facilities and outpatient clinics that offer COVID-19 vaccines. Please check hours for vaccination clinics.

Congress has passed a law which allows us to offer COVID-19 vaccines to the following groups who are eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine:

• Veterans
• Spouse of a Veteran
• Caregivers of a Veteran
• Recipients of Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs (CHAMPVA) benefits

If you don't receive care at VA, we encourage you to pre-register online at least one hour before you go, to save time when you arrive. While at VA you will need to wear a face mask, and physical distancing measures will be in place. For more about vaccinations at VA, visit: www.va.gov/covidvaccine.

Note: Your employer, pharmacy, or local public health officials may offer you a COVID-19 vaccine. We encourage you to take the first opportunity you have to get a vaccine at the most convenient location for you.

COVID -19 Update for James J. Peters VA Medical Center Paitents

The James J. Peters VA Medical Center is offering the Moderna  COVID-19 vaccine, in accordance with CDC prioritization guidelines. We are currently vaccinating Veterans  who are enrolled and eligible at James J. Peters VA Medical Center.   Our goal is to offer the vaccine to all Veterans, caregivers who are enrolled in the Caregiver Support Program and employees who want to be vaccinated.

Vaccines are currently being given in Suite B (Primary Care) and by appointment at all of our CBOC’s (Queens, Yonkers and White Plains) . If you wish to schedule an appointment, please call  (718) 584-9000 ext. 4640 at your earliest convenience Monday through Friday - 8:30-4:00-pm.

You can find more information, to include FAQ’s on COVID-19 at https://www.va.gov/health-care/covid-19-vaccine/.

Are you a Veteran who is not enrolled for VA health care? Find out if you are eligible to enroll in VA health care:  Apply online at How to apply for VA health care. • Call VA toll-free at 1-877-222-8387, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. • Download the mailable VA Form 10-10EZ.

Note: You may be asked to provide your DD214 and income information.

We look forward to seeing you at our facility soon.