Veterans’ True Choice Act of 2023

12/15/2023, 3:53 PM

Veterans' True Choice Act of 2023

This bill allows covered veterans to receive coverage under TRICARE Select, a health care program of the Department of Defense (DOD). Veterans covered by this bill include those with service-connected disabilities, former prisoners of war, Purple Heart recipients, Medal of Honor recipients, those discharged from service due to disability, and those entitled to disability compensation.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) must reimburse DOD's costs of enrolling eligible veteran beneficiaries in the program.

A covered veteran may not concurrently receive medical care from DOD and the VA.

The Veterans' True Choice Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 214, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide veterans with more options when it comes to their healthcare choices.

One of the key provisions of the bill is to allow veterans to seek medical care from non-VA providers if they are unable to receive timely care from the VA. This would give veterans the flexibility to choose the healthcare provider that best meets their needs, rather than being limited to VA facilities.

Additionally, the bill aims to improve coordination between the VA and non-VA providers to ensure that veterans receive seamless and high-quality care. This includes establishing a process for sharing medical records and information between providers to ensure continuity of care. Furthermore, the Veterans' True Choice Act of 2023 seeks to expand access to mental health services for veterans by increasing funding for mental health programs and services. This is particularly important given the high rates of mental health issues among veterans, such as PTSD and depression. Overall, the bill is designed to empower veterans to make informed decisions about their healthcare and ensure that they have access to the best possible care. It reflects a commitment to supporting and honoring the men and women who have served our country in the armed forces.
Congress
118
Number
HR - 214
Introduced on
2023-01-09
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/9/2023
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Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Veterans' True Choice Act of 2023

This bill allows covered veterans to receive coverage under TRICARE Select, a health care program of the Department of Defense (DOD). Veterans covered by this bill include those with service-connected disabilities, former prisoners of war, Purple Heart recipients, Medal of Honor recipients, those discharged from service due to disability, and those entitled to disability compensation.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) must reimburse DOD's costs of enrolling eligible veteran beneficiaries in the program.

A covered veteran may not concurrently receive medical care from DOD and the VA.

The Veterans' True Choice Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 214, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide veterans with more options when it comes to their healthcare choices.

One of the key provisions of the bill is to allow veterans to seek medical care from non-VA providers if they are unable to receive timely care from the VA. This would give veterans the flexibility to choose the healthcare provider that best meets their needs, rather than being limited to VA facilities.

Additionally, the bill aims to improve coordination between the VA and non-VA providers to ensure that veterans receive seamless and high-quality care. This includes establishing a process for sharing medical records and information between providers to ensure continuity of care. Furthermore, the Veterans' True Choice Act of 2023 seeks to expand access to mental health services for veterans by increasing funding for mental health programs and services. This is particularly important given the high rates of mental health issues among veterans, such as PTSD and depression. Overall, the bill is designed to empower veterans to make informed decisions about their healthcare and ensure that they have access to the best possible care. It reflects a commitment to supporting and honoring the men and women who have served our country in the armed forces.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend title 10, United States Code, to provide eligibility for TRICARE Select to veterans with service-connected disabilities, and for other purposes.
Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security
Potential Impact
Congressional oversight•
Disability and paralysis•
Health care costs and insurance•
Health care coverage and access•
Military medicine•
Veterans' medical care•
Veterans' pensions and compensation

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Member:  Thomas P. Tiffany
Bill Update Alert:  Veterans’ True Choice Act of 2023
Committee:  Armed Services
Committee:  Veterans' Affairs

Recent Activity

Latest Summary4/18/2023

Veterans' True Choice Act of 2023

This bill allows covered veterans to receive coverage under TRICARE Select, a health care program of the Department of Defense (DOD). Veterans covered by this bill include those with service-connect...

Latest Action1/9/2023
Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the co...