2a January 9, 2014
The Globe, Camp Lejeune, N.C.
with Luis J. Alers-Dejesus
New dental plan available to veterans The Department of Veterans Affairs is partnering with Delta Dental and MetLife to allow eligible veterans, plus family members receiving care under the Civilian Health and Medical Program, to purchase affordable dental insurance. “This new dental program is another example of VA creating partnerships with the private sector to deliver a range of high-quality care for our nation’s veterans,” said Eric K. Shinseki, Secretary of Veterans Affairs. More than 8 million Veterans who are enrolled in VA health care can choose to purchase one of the offered dental plans. This three-year pilot was designed for veterans with no dental coverage, or those eligible for VA dental care, who would like to purchase additional coverage. Participation will not affect entitlement to VA dental services and treatment. There are no eligibility limitations based on service-connected disability
rating or enrollment priority assignment. Those interested in participating may complete an application online through either Delta Dental, www.deltadentalvadip.org, or MetLife, www.metlife.com/vadip. Coverage for this new dental insurance and will be available throughout the U.S. and its territories. Also eligible for the new benefits are nearly 400,000 spouses and dependent children who are reimbursed for most medical expenses under VA’s CHAMPVA program. Generally, CHAMPVA participants are spouses, survivors or dependent children of veterans officially rated as “permanently and totally” disabled by a service-connected condition. The CHAMPVA program is not automatic, you must apply and be eligible. Dental services under the new program vary by plan and include diagnostic, preventive, surgical, emergency
and endodontic/restorative treatment. Enrollment in the VA Dental Insurance Plan is voluntary. Participants are responsible for all premiums, which range from $8.65 to $52.90 per month for individual plans. Copayments and other charges may apply. Historically, VA’s free dental services have gone to veterans with dental issues connected to a medical condition that’s officially certified as “service connected.” Free dental services will continue for those veterans. For information on VADIP, visit www.va.gov/healthbenefits/vadip, or contact Delta Dental at 855-3703303 or MetLife at 888-310-1681. Veterans who are not enrolled in the VA health care system can apply at www.va.gov/healthbenefits/ enroll, calling 877-222-VETS (8387) or visiting their local VA health care facility. For questions regarding retired affairs, contact RAO at 451-0287.
SemperSafe
What are some of your New Year’s resolutions? To triple the amount of people working from home and watch them succeed. Rebecca Whitehead
To get a handle on our spending. Alexis Schulman
To be more active and more positive in my daily life. Manda Rae Parson
Make it to the next year. Ronnie Lee Hurley Jr
By Derrick Mangas
Safe disposal of over-the-counter medication The Base Provost Marshal Office has installed a drug drop off box in Building 3, adjacent to the desk sergeant’s office, to assist with removing potentially dangerous controlled substances from the medicine cabinets of our supported
community. This initiative will provide the public the opportunity to surrender expired, unwanted or unused pharmaceutical controlled substances and other medications (including over-the-counter) for destruction year round. These drugs are a potential source of supply for illegal use and an unacceptable risk to public health and safety from ac-
cidental poisonings and groundwater
contamination. Participants do not need to give their names, and it’s advisable to remove identifying information, including names, addresses and prescription numbers from any bottles or packages you turn in. Please keep in mind the following before collecting your medications for disposal: • The program is free and anonymous. • Prescription and over the counter solid dosage medications, i.e. tablets and capsules accepted. • Intra-venous solutions, injectables, and needles will not be accepted.
• Liquid items, such as cough syrup with Codeine, will not be accepted. • No illegal substances such as marijuana or methamphetamine are part of this initiative. • Conceal or remove any personal information, including Rx number, on the empty containers by covering it with black permanent marker or by scratching it off. The PMO drug drop box is available 4 hours a day, 7 days a week. to all service members, family members and civilians of the Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune community. If you have questions, please call 4514688.
Special Announcement
Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune will host the HQMC Special Duty Assignment Screening Team Jan. 27 and 28. The team will screen and identify qualified Marines for future assignment to Basic Recruiter Course, Drill Instructor School, Marine Combat Instructor Course, Marine Corps Security Force Course and Marine Security Guard Course classes. Briefs covering each SDA assignment and career opportunities will be held for Marines assigned to Camp Lejeune, 2nd Marine Logistics Group and II Marine Headquarters
Group Jan. 27 at the Base Theater at 8:30 a.m. A brief for Marines assigned to 2nd Marine Division will be held at the Base Theater Jan. 28 at 8:30 a.m.
Bryan Nygaard
Save money. Victoria McGrath
Not to make resolutions. Mischa Guild
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Marines reporting for screening should wear Service C uniform to allow screeners to view any visible tattoos and should also bring their screening and financial checklists. For questions or more information, contact Staff Sgt. Gallup at 703-432-2701or via email M_MCESG_RAST_UD@usmc.mil.
OFF-LIMITS ESTABLISHMENTS The following businesses are designated by the base commander as “off-limits”
*Atheas Attics at 420 Eastwood Road, Wilmington, N.C. BellAuto Salvage II at 136 Abbits Branch Rd., Hubert, N.C. C&K Auto / C&A Auto Repair at 701-A North Marine Blvd. Jacksonville, N.C. Dash-In at 1316 Hargett Street, Jacksonville, N.C. D’s Drive Thru at 226 Wilmington Highway, Jacksonville, N.C. D’s Quick Mart at 2840 Highway 258 West, Richlands, N.C. Discount Tobacco at 331 G&H Western Boulevard, Jacksonville, N.C. *Expressions at 419 South College Road #39, Wilmington, N.C. Express Way at 1261 Gum Branch Road, Jacksonville, N.C. King’s Drive Thru at 1796 Gum Branch Road, Jacksonville, N.C. Laird’s Auto and Truck Repair (U-Haul Rental) at 1197 Piney Green Rd., Jacksonville, N.C. Moe’s Mart at 2105 Belgrade Swansboro Road, Maysville, N.C. *MP Super Discount at 800 Shipyard Blvd, Wilmington, N.C. New York Tobacco Center (a.k.a Tobacco for Less) at 439 Western Boulevard, Jacksonville, N.C. *Northern Lights Smoke Shop at 4710 Market St, Wilmington, N.C. One Stop Shop at 501 Corbin Street, Jacksonville, N.C. *Price is Right Lawn Design at Jacksonville, N.C.
To have a robust fitness report.
Smart Buy at Jacksonville, N.C. Smitty’s R&R at 3742 Highway 17, S.C. (South of Myrtle Beach, S.C.) Tobacco at 521 Yopp Road, Unit 106, Jacksonville, N.C. Tobacco Club at 487-B Western Boulevard, Jacksonville, N.C. Tobacco House Cigarette Center at 1213-C Country Club Rd., Jacksonville, N.C. Tobacco Leaf at 215 Western Boulevard, Jacksonville, N.C. Veterans Affairs Service Jacksonville, N.C. (This is a private organization not affiliated with the Department of Veterans Affairs or the VA Outpatient Clinic.)
MCAS Cherry Point Area
98 Cent Only Store (Big Daddy) Wesley’s Grocery Coastal Smoke Shop Expressions Friday’s Night Club (a.k.a Club Insomnia, Club Classics, Infinity Lounge) H&D Express a.k.a Citgo Nadine’s Food Mart Super Expressway Tobacco Outlet (Havelock and New Bern) Tobacco Shop & Gifts (Beaufort and New Bern) Tobacco Town Tobacco Shop (Newport and New Bern) Twin Rivers (Not the mall) White Sands Convenience Store
*Identifies a new business added since the last update of the Bulletin March 28.
Hotline numbers to report fraud, waste, abuse and corruption II MEF Hotline - (910) 451-5555 marines.mil/unit/iimef/Pages/Contact-Us/default.aspx MCIEAST Hotline - (910) 451-3928 lejeune.usmc.mil/ig/ TECOM Hotline - (703) 432-1650 tecom.ighotline@usmc.mil Naval Hospital Hotlines - (910) 450-4154/4155 med.navy.mil/sites/nhcl/Pages/feedback.aspx MARSOC Hotlines - (910) 440-1045/0941 marines.mil/unit/marsoc/Pages/ig/Inspector-General.aspx
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