This legislation aims to enhance the Veterans Community Care Program by introducing a new requirement for care decisions. It mandates that continuity of health care must be a specific and explicit consideration when determining a veteran's best medical interest for receiving community care. The bill achieves this by amending section 1703(d)(2) of title 38, United States Code, to add "Continuity of care" to the list of factors. This ensures that veterans can maintain consistent relationships with their healthcare providers and avoid disruptions in their treatment plans, ultimately promoting more stable and effective health outcomes within the community care system.
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Ensuring Continuity in Veterans Health Act
USA119th CongressS-540| Senate
| Updated: 2/12/2025
This legislation aims to enhance the Veterans Community Care Program by introducing a new requirement for care decisions. It mandates that continuity of health care must be a specific and explicit consideration when determining a veteran's best medical interest for receiving community care. The bill achieves this by amending section 1703(d)(2) of title 38, United States Code, to add "Continuity of care" to the list of factors. This ensures that veterans can maintain consistent relationships with their healthcare providers and avoid disruptions in their treatment plans, ultimately promoting more stable and effective health outcomes within the community care system.