S. 654Introduced
A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to establish an external provider scheduling program to assist the Department of Veterans Affairs in scheduling appointments for care and services under the Veterans Community Care Program, and for other purposes.
Establishes a national VA external provider scheduling program with real-time community care provider calendars to speed Veterans Community Care Program appointments
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Establishes a national VA external provider scheduling program with real-time community care provider calendars to speed Veterans Community Care Program appointments
Key points
- Establish external provider scheduling program
- Require real time provider schedule access
- Direct nationwide availability by September 30 2025
Current status
Where it stands
Status
Introduced
Latest action
2025-12-02 — Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 274.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedArmed Forces and National SecurityComputers and information technologyCongressional oversightHealth care coverage and accessHealth programs administration and fundingPublic contracts and procurementVeterans' medical care