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Veterans: New Rules for Emergency Medical Claims

This act introduces new rules for processing emergency medical claims for veterans, setting a 180-day deadline for payment requests. It protects veterans from being charged if an administrative error caused a delay in claim submission. It also ensures clear information for non-Department of Veterans Affairs medical facilities.
Key points
A 180-day deadline is set for medical facilities to submit claims for emergency treatment provided to veterans.
Veterans will not be held responsible for payment if the claim submission delay was due to an administrative error by the medical facility or the Department.
The Department of Veterans Affairs will publish clear instructions and deadlines for non-Department medical providers to streamline the claims process.
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Print number: 117_S_1875
Sponsor: Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD]
Process start date: 2021-05-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veterans' Emergency Care Claims Parity Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1875.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A 180-day deadline is set for medical facilities to submit claims for emergency treatment provided to veterans.
  • Veterans will not be held responsible for payment if the claim submission delay was due to an administrative error by the medical facility or the Department.
  • The Department of Veterans Affairs will publish clear instructions and deadlines for non-Department medical providers to streamline the claims process.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR S2079)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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