Medication Prescribed by Non-VA Physicians

This rule amends VA's medical regulations that govern the provision of medication to veterans when the medication is prescribed by non-VA physicians. The rule provides that, in limited circumstances, VA may provide medication prescribed by a non-VA physician to veterans enrolled in VA's health care system prior to July 25, 2003, if the veterans have requested an initial appointment for primary care in a VA health care facility before July 25, 2003, and were unable to obtain an initial appointment for primary care within 30 days. The rule establishes specific requirements that veterans must meet to receive such medications and it establishes limits on the types and quantities of medication VA may provide. VA's intent is to assist enrolled veterans who have requested primary care appointments but who have not been able to obtain one within 30 days.