What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is S 2263.
VA must reimburse ambulance costs for highly rural veterans' emergency care.
This law requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to cover the cost of ambulance transportation, including air ambulance, for veterans residing in highly rural areas who need authorized medical care. This change ensures that these veterans receive reimbursement for expensive emergency transport, regardless of whether they qualify for standard VA travel allowances. The goal is to remove financial barriers and improve access to critical care in remote locations.
Key points
Veterans living in areas classified as "highly rural" (based on USDA coding) are eligible for full reimbursement of ambulance (ground or air) costs to reach a VA or authorized non-VA provider.
Eligibility for emergency transport reimbursement is separate from and does not depend on qualifying for standard VA beneficiary travel payments, ensuring easier access to emergency care.
Status:
Expired
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