Provision of Drugs and Medicines to Certain Veterans in State Homes

This document affirms amendments to the Department of Veterans Affairs "Medical" regulations concerning the provision of drugs and medicines prescribed by non-VA physicians for certain veterans who are permanently housebound or in need of regular aid and attendance. The amendments allow prescriptions to be filled by non-VA pharmacies in state homes under contract with VA for filling prescriptions for patients in state homes. This is consistent with VA's special relationship with state homes. It eliminates duplication of services and helps to improve timeliness for filling prescriptions in state homes.