Veterans Foreign Medical Coverage Equality and Modernization Act of 2025

Hozzl · 2025-02-12T15:44:46Z

Explore the details of House Bill 439 Veterans Foreign Medical Coverage Equality and Modernization Act of 2025 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Armed Forces and National Security. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/12/2025, 3:44 PM

Summary of Bill HR 439

Bill 119 hr 439, also known as the "Veterans Access to Care Act," aims to amend title 38 of the United States Code to ensure that veterans with service-connected disabilities rated as permanent and total have access to hospital care and medical services outside of their home state. This bill is designed to provide these veterans with the necessary medical care they need, regardless of their location within the United States.

The Department of Veterans Affairs would be required to furnish hospital care and medical services to these veterans, ensuring that they receive the treatment and support they deserve. This bill is intended to improve access to healthcare for veterans with permanent and total service-connected disabilities, addressing any barriers they may face in receiving the care they need.

Overall, the Veterans Access to Care Act seeks to prioritize the health and well-being of veterans with service-connected disabilities, ensuring that they have access to the medical services they require, regardless of where they are located within the United States.

Congressional Summary of HR 439

Veterans Foreign Medical Coverage Equality and Modernization Act of 2025

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to furnish hospital care and medical services abroad (i.e., outside any state) to a veteran with a service-connected disability rated as permanent and total who is otherwise eligible for such care if the VA determines certain requirements are met. Specifically, the VA must furnish such care to an eligible veteran if it determines (1) the hospital care or medical services are consistent with the standard medical practice in the United States, and (2) any prescription medication furnished is approved by the Food and Drug Administration.

For any care provided abroad, the VA must ensure (1) reimbursements made to veterans and medical providers can be made by direct deposit; and (2) the VA’s mobile applications provide for digital submission, real-time tracking of required forms, and the availability of specified documents associated with care or services, such as a benefits authorization letter.

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Current Status of Bill HR 439

Bill HR 439 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 15, 2025. Bill HR 439 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 15, 2025. Bill HR 439's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of January 15, 2025

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 439

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Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 439

To amend title 38, United States Code, to require the Department of Veterans Affairs to furnish hospital care and medical services outside a State to veterans with service-connected disabilities rated as permanent and total, and for other purposes.