TES (no VA form number)
PACT Act Toxic Exposure Screening
Who fills it
veteran
Journey phase
Evidence & Statements
Estimated time
5-10 minutes per screening (part of primary care visit).
When to file
Screening happens automatically at every primary care visit for enrolled veterans. No separate filing required.
You have VA health care and want to understand what happens during the PACT Act toxic exposure screening at your primary care appointment.
Gather before you start
—Your deployment locations and dates
—Types of known exposures (burn pits, contaminated water, hazardous chemicals, radiation)
—Current health conditions you believe may be related
Statutory & regulatory authority
PACT Act Sec. 603 (Pub. L. 117-168) - Requires VA to screen every enrolled veteran for toxic exposure history at regular intervals.