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Introduced
02/12/2025
02/12/2025
In Committee
02/12/2025
02/12/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
119th Congress
Bill Summary
A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to require the consideration of continuity of health care in determining best medical interest under the Veterans Community Care Program, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends title 38 of the United States Code to modify the Veterans Community Care Program by explicitly adding "continuity of care" as a factor that must be considered when determining the best medical interest for veterans seeking healthcare. The Veterans Community Care Program allows veterans to receive medical care from non-VA healthcare providers under certain circumstances. By adding continuity of care as a specific consideration, the bill aims to ensure that veterans can maintain consistent medical treatment and potentially continue seeing a preferred healthcare provider, even if that provider is outside the traditional VA healthcare system. This change could help veterans maintain established medical relationships and potentially improve their overall healthcare experience by allowing for more flexible and patient-centered care options.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (7)
Tommy Tuberville (R)*,
Marsha Blackburn (R),
Ted Budd (R),
Ted Cruz (R),
James Lankford (R),
Rick Scott (R),
Thom Tillis (R),
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (on 02/12/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/540/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/s540/BILLS-119s540is.pdf |
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