Rural Health
News by Topic: Veterans
Apr 24, 2025 - A call for Veterans nationwide to participate in a
telehealth physical therapy study led by the VA Geriatric
Research Education and Clinical Center. Describes
eligibility requirements and program components, including
video calls, coaching sessions, and health tracking. Notes
that recruitment for the program will be completed by
October 2026.
Source: VA News
DEA: Expansion of Buprenorphine Treatment via Telemedicine Encounter and Continuity of Care via Telemedicine for Veterans Affairs Patients
Federal Register
Mar 24, 2025 - Notice of final rule from the Drug Enforcement Administration and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) further delaying the January 17, 2025, final rules titled "Expansion of Buprenorphine Treatment via Telemedicine Encounter" and "Continuity of Care via Telemedicine for Veterans Affairs Patients." These final rules will now be effective December 31, 2025.
Source: Federal Register
Mar 6, 2025 -
Highlights the Home-Based Primary Care program offered by the West Texas VA Health Care System in an effort to expand access to healthcare for rural veterans. Notes a variety of service delivery models are being used to reach more veterans with healthcare services.
Source: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs