S 540
Ensuring Continuity in Veterans Health Act
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Bill overview
This bill, the Ensuring Continuity in Veterans Health Act, aims to improve how the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) determines whether care provided through the Veterans Community Care Program is the best option for a veteran. Specifically, it requires the VA to consider a veteran’s existing healthcare continuity when making this decision. The goal is to ensure veterans receive consistent and coordinated care throughout their treatment.
Key provisions
- Requires the VA to consider continuity of care when evaluating Veterans Community Care Program.
- Addresses Section 1703(d)(2) of title 38, United States Code.
Who is affected
- Veterans
- Department of Veterans Affairs
- Healthcare Providers
Notable changes
- Adds a requirement for the VA to factor in continuity of care when assessing the Veterans Community Care Program.
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119th CONGRESS — 1st Session
S. 540
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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.
This Act may be cited as the Ensuring Continuity in Veterans Health Act
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Section 1703(d)(2) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:
Continuity of care.