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Expanding Home Care Options for Veterans through Nurse Registries Recognition.

This law expands options for veterans receiving home care services under the Veterans Community Care Program (VCCP). It requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to recognize and contract with nurse registries, which are agencies connecting patients with various home care providers. This change aims to increase the availability and choice of nurses, aides, and companions for eligible veterans needing assistance at home.
Key points
Veterans gain broader access to home care services because the VA can now pay intermediary agencies (nurse registries) for provided services.
Nurse registries cover a wide range of personnel, including nurses, assistants, companions, and homemakers, increasing care flexibility.
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Additional Information
Veterans Homecare Choice Act of 2023
Print number: S 1828
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Process start date: 2023-06-06