Expediting Temporary Ratings for Veterans Act

Expediting Temporary Ratings for Veterans Act

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to modify its information technology systems to provide for the automatic processing of claims for temporary disability ratings for specified veterans (i.e., those who have a service-connected disability that requires hospital treatment or observation for a period in excess of 21 days).

In providing for the automatic processing of claims, the VA must ensure that (1) medical evidence is obtained from its corporate data warehouse, (2) VA employees continue to determine eligibility for a temporary disability rating for the specified veterans, and (3) claims may be processed manually if the evidence of record is not sufficient to decide the claim or if the medical evidence is provided in an incompatible format.

Bill 118 hr 196, also known as the Expediting Temporary Ratings for Veterans Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to expedite the process of providing temporary disability ratings for veterans who have recently left military service.

The bill aims to address the issue of delays in the current system, which can leave veterans waiting for extended periods of time to receive the benefits they are entitled to. By streamlining the process for temporary disability ratings, veterans will be able to receive the support they need more quickly and efficiently.

Under the provisions of the bill, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will be required to provide temporary disability ratings within 30 days of receiving a claim from a veteran. This will help to ensure that veterans are not left waiting for an extended period of time without the support they need. Overall, the Expediting Temporary Ratings for Veterans Act is aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the VA's disability rating process, ultimately benefiting the men and women who have served our country in the armed forces.