“The House Committee on Veterans Affairs introduced new VA Choice program reform legislation that would make the community choice program permanent and give VA healthcare providers the authority to practice telemedicine across state lines.”
“The VA MISSION Act of 2018 is similar to the plan included as part of the federal omnibus spending bill in March. Both Senate leadership and House Republicans agreed to the plan, but it was rejected after House Democrats made some last minute objections…”
“The President announced his support of the bill on Twitter…”
“The bill is scheduled for markup by the committee…” Read the full article here.
Source: Revived VA Choice bill leans on telehealth, makes community care program permanent – By Jessica Davis, May 4, 2018. Healthcare IT News.
