Latest "Veterans Health Administration" stories

Feds wrote duplicate checks to doctors who cared for vets

In nearly 300,000 cases, private doctors were paid twice for the same care provided to veterans from 2017 to 2021, according to a new watchdog report.

By Amanda Seitz, AP

6 weeks ago

VA often failed to inform patients about risks of COVID antiviral drug

The VA Office of Inspector General said providers often didn't notify patients or caregivers about the risks of remdesivir.

By Irene Loewenson

9 months ago

Study to examine reasons for infertility among recent war veterans

Past research has shown that veterans' infertility rates may be two times higher than their civilian peers.

By Leo Shane III

10 months ago

VA leaders failing to report problematic physicians to state authorities

A watchdog warned the lack of reporting by department officials could leave the public at risk.

By Leo Shane III

14 months ago

Will ‘BRAC for VA’ lead to veterans hospital closures or building more clinics?

Department leaders are expected to announce the names of the new Asset and Infrastructure Review commissioners later this month.

By Leo Shane III

24 months ago

Top VA health official stepping down next month

Dr. Richard Stone has served as the executive in charge at the Veterans Health Administration since 2018.

By Leo Shane III

24 months ago