VA Same-Day Scheduling Act of 2023

VA Same-Day Scheduling Act of 2023

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to ensure that when a veteran enrolled in the VA health care system contacts the VA by telephone to schedule an appointment for care or services at a VA facility, the scheduling for the appointment occurs during that telephone call.

Bill 118 hr 41, also known as the VA Same-Day Scheduling Act of 2023, aims to improve access to healthcare services for veterans by requiring the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to implement a same-day scheduling system for medical appointments. The bill specifically mandates that the VA must ensure that veterans are able to schedule appointments for primary care, mental health, and specialty care services on the same day that they request them.

The bill also requires the VA to establish a process for veterans to request same-day appointments, as well as a system for tracking and reporting on the availability of same-day appointments. Additionally, the VA must provide training to its staff on how to effectively implement the same-day scheduling system and ensure that veterans are informed of their right to request same-day appointments.

Overall, the VA Same-Day Scheduling Act of 2023 is aimed at reducing wait times for veterans seeking medical care and improving their overall access to healthcare services within the VA system.