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Expanding Comprehensive Dental Care for Veterans with Diabetes and Heart Disease.

This bill establishes a four-year pilot program to provide comprehensive dental care to veterans diagnosed with diabetes or ischemic heart disease who are currently ineligible for VA dental services. The goal is to improve overall health outcomes and reduce long-term medical costs, based on evidence that poor dental health worsens these chronic conditions. The program will also test innovative delivery methods like mobile clinics and tele-dentistry.
Key points
Veterans with diabetes or heart disease who previously lacked VA dental coverage will receive comprehensive dental treatment during a four-year pilot.
The program aims to demonstrate that dental care improves veterans' overall health and reduces costs related to hospitalizations and chronic disease management.
A student loan repayment program will be implemented to recruit and retain dentists and hygienists to ensure the VA has sufficient staff for this expanded care.
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Print number: 118_S_1954
Sponsor: Sen. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT]
Process start date: 2023-06-13
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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_S_1954.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-06-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans with diabetes or heart disease who previously lacked VA dental coverage will receive comprehensive dental treatment during a four-year pilot.
  • The program aims to demonstrate that dental care improves veterans' overall health and reduces costs related to hospitalizations and chronic disease management.
  • A student loan repayment program will be implemented to recruit and retain dentists and hygienists to ensure the VA has sufficient staff for this expanded care.
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. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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