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Improved Dental Care for Veterans with Diabetes and Heart Disease

This act introduces a pilot program to provide comprehensive dental care to veterans diagnosed with diabetes or heart disease. The aim is to improve their overall health and reduce long-term healthcare costs. The program will test new service delivery methods, including mobile clinics and teledentistry, to reach veterans in various locations.
Key points
Veterans with type 1 or type 2 diabetes and ischemic heart disease, who currently lack dental coverage, will receive comprehensive dental care.
The pilot program will run for four years at Department of Veterans Affairs facilities, including mobile clinics and using teledentistry, to reach rural areas.
A student loan repayment program will be implemented for dentists, dental hygienists, and oral surgeons to incentivize them to work for the Department of Veterans Affairs and ensure sufficient staffing.
The Department of Veterans Affairs will monitor the costs and benefits of the program, as well as its impact on veterans' health, well-being, and quality of life.
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Print number: 118_HR_4150
Sponsor: Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26]
Process start date: 2023-06-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Improving Whole Health for Veterans with Chronic Conditions Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4150.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-06-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans with type 1 or type 2 diabetes and ischemic heart disease, who currently lack dental coverage, will receive comprehensive dental care.
  • The pilot program will run for four years at Department of Veterans Affairs facilities, including mobile clinics and using teledentistry, to reach rural areas.
  • A student loan repayment program will be implemented for dentists, dental hygienists, and oral surgeons to incentivize them to work for the Department of Veterans Affairs and ensure sufficient staffing.
  • The Department of Veterans Affairs will monitor the costs and benefits of the program, as well as its impact on veterans' health, well-being, and quality of life.
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 Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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