VA Launches COVID-19 Screening Tool

Jun 29, 2020 - The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced the launching of a digital COVID-19 screening tool to help Veterans access medical care during the coronavirus pandemic. Caregivers and VA healthcare workers can use the tool on their mobile phones before entering facilities, reducing wait times and lowering exposure risk and stress.

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Journal of Rural Health Recognizes 2020 Article of Year

Jun 8, 2020 - The Journal for Rural Health, the National Rural Health Association's (NRHA) scholarly journal, announced its 2020 Article of the Year, "Utilization of Interactive Clinical Video Telemedicine by Rural and Urban Veterans in the Veterans Health Administration Health Care System." The article explores the potential uses of clinical video telemedicine (CVT) in integrated healthcare systems, highlighting the use of CVT in the Veterans Health Administration and how its increased access to care for rural veterans.

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VA: Home Visits in Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers During COVID-19 National Emergency Federal Register

Jun 5, 2020 - Notice of rule from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) revising regulations for the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) to relax the requirement for in-person home visits during COVID-19 pandemic in order to ensure the safety and well-being of veterans, caregivers, and VA clinical staff. This rule is effective June 5, 2020.

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VA, Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation Deliver Cancer Care to Veterans via Teleoncology

Jun 3, 2020 - The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced it is teaming up with the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation to build teleoncology programs that reach veterans in rural communities. The Foundation will provide $4.5 million in grants to the VA to establish a national teleoncology center.

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VA Brings Women's Health Training to Rural Areas

May 26, 2020 - Highlights the Department of Veterans Affairs Women's Health Mini-Residency for Primary Care Rural Providers and Nurses program. The program uses a combination of online and on-site training intended to increase healthcare providers' skills related to women's health.

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DOD: TRICARE: Coverage and Payment for Certain Services in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic Federal Register

May 12, 2020 - Notice of interim final rule and comment request from the Department of Defense to provide exceptions related to telehealth services provided by TRICARE-authorized providers during the COVID-19 pandemic. This interim rule is effective on May 12, 2020 through the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency.

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