A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to make permanent and codify the pilot program for use of contract physicians for disability examinations, and for other purposes.
4/7/2024, 7:45 AMSummary of Bill S 3979
Bill 118 s 3979, also known as the "Contract Physicians for Disability Examinations Pilot Program Extension Act," aims to amend title 38 of the United States Code to make permanent and codify a pilot program that allows the use of contract physicians for disability examinations. The bill seeks to ensure that veterans receive timely and efficient disability examinations by allowing the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to contract with private physicians to conduct these examinations.The pilot program was initially established to address the backlog of disability claims and improve the efficiency of the VA's disability examination process. By making this program permanent, the bill aims to provide continuity and stability in the delivery of disability examinations for veterans.
In addition to making the pilot program permanent, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to disability examinations. These provisions may include guidelines for contracting with physicians, ensuring the quality and accuracy of examinations, and addressing any potential issues or challenges that may arise in the implementation of the program. Overall, Bill 118 s 3979 seeks to improve the disability examination process for veterans by allowing the VA to utilize contract physicians, thereby ensuring timely and efficient evaluations of disability claims.
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Current Status of Bill S 3979
Bill S 3979 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 19, 2024. Bill S 3979 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 19, 2024. Bill S 3979's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of March 19, 2024Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3979
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1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
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2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
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A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to make permanent and codify the pilot program for use of contract physicians for disability examinations, and for other purposes.A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to make permanent and codify the pilot program for use of contract physicians for disability examinations, and for other purposes.Comments
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