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Veterans Affairs Transfer of Information and Sharing of Disability Examination Procedures With DOD Doctors Act
12/15/2023, 3:53 PM
Summary of Bill HR 228
The bill requires the VA to share information and disability examination procedures with DOD doctors to ensure that veterans receive timely and accurate disability ratings. This will help to prevent delays in the disability claims process and ensure that veterans receive the benefits they are entitled to in a more efficient manner.
Additionally, the bill requires the VA to establish a process for sharing medical records and other relevant information with DOD doctors to facilitate the disability examination process. This will help to ensure that DOD doctors have access to all necessary information to make informed decisions about veterans' disability ratings. Overall, the Veterans Affairs Transfer of Information and Sharing of Disability Examination Procedures With DOD Doctors Act aims to improve communication and coordination between the VA and DOD to better serve our nation's veterans and ensure that they receive the care and benefits they deserve.
Congressional Summary of HR 228
Veterans Affairs Transfer of Information and Sharing of Disability Examination Procedures With DOD Doctors Act
This bill addresses the sharing of medical information and disability examination procedures between the Departments of Defense (DOD) and Veterans Affairs (VA). It requires that if a member of the Armed Forces who is required to receive a physical examination upon separation from active duty has or is believed to have a medical condition that may make the member eligible for veterans' disability compensation and benefits, the examination must be performed by a VA-certified health care provider.
If the condition is discovered during the physical examination and the examining health care provider is not VA-certified, the examination must be completed by a VA-certified provider.
An eligibility determination made as part of such an examination shall be binding on the VA and be used as the basis for assigning the member's disability rating.
The VA and DOD shall jointly establish a system to share data and maintain the medical and personnel records of Armed Forces members and veterans.
