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VA to ease authorization rules for some outside care, raising concerns

Officials will extend authorizations for care handled outside the VA system for 30 different medical specialties, a move they say will ease red tape.

By Leo Shane III

6 weeks ago

Trump pick to lead VA health care reopens fight over ‘choice’ for vets

John Bartrum, nominee to be VA Under Secretary for Health, said he wants more freedom for veterans to use medical care options outside the department.

By Leo Shane III

8 weeks ago

VA drops secondary review rule for community care medical appointments

Congress last year passed legislation designed to simplify the process for veterans seeking medical help outside the VA health care system.

By Leo Shane III

4 months ago

Up to 1,000 transgender troops being separated under new Pentagon memo

Active duty troops have until June 6 to voluntarily identify themselves to the department, and troops in the National Guard and Reserve have until July 7.

By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press

4 months ago

White House budget plan gives 4% boost for VA amid other agency cuts

VA would be one of only a few federal departments to see a funding increase under the president's $1.7 trillion budget plan.

By Leo Shane III

5 months ago

Lenders voice concerns over decision to end VA home loan rescue effort

VA officials previously announced plans to end the Veterans Affairs Servicing Purchase program May 1.

By Leo Shane III

5 months ago