Veterans’ True Choice Act of 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-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 hospital care or medical services from DOD and the VA.

The Veterans' True Choice Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 1644, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to give veterans 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 bill includes provisions to expand access to mental health services for veterans, as well as to improve the quality of care provided to veterans in rural areas. This is particularly important as many veterans in rural areas may not have easy access to VA facilities. Overall, the Veterans' True Choice Act of 2023 seeks to empower veterans to make informed decisions about their healthcare and to ensure that they receive the best possible care, regardless of where they choose to seek treatment.