VA · va-other · Published 2019-06-05 · Effective 2019-06-06 · 84 FR 25998
Document
Document number
2019-11468
Federal Register citation
84 FR 25998
CFR reference
38 CFR 17
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
va-other
Agency
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Publication date
2019-06-05
Effective date
2019-06-06
Abstract
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) adopts as final a proposed rule amending its regulations that govern VA health care. This final rule grants eligible veterans access to urgent care from qualifying non-VA entities or providers without prior approval from VA. This rulemaking implements the mandates of the VA MISSION Act of 2018 and increases veterans' ability to choose health care in the community.