decisionhealth Newsletters, Part B News - 2014 Issue 8 (August)
Increase your practice, income by treating US veterans under new initiative
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Article Overview
This article explains a Veterans Affairs access initiative that opens more opportunities for non-VA providers to see eligible veterans. It covers the program’s purpose, who may qualify, how providers can participate, and the operational considerations practices should understand before joining. The piece is relevant to physicians, practice managers, and billing staff who work with federal health care programs and referral-based care.
Why This Topic Matters
The article helps practices understand a new source of patient volume tied to VA referrals and the administrative requirements that come with participating in the network. It is useful for groups evaluating whether to enroll and for staff preparing to manage records sharing, benefits coordination, and other program-related workflow changes.
Article Sections
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Patient encounters
Introduces the VA access initiative and describes the broader context for private-sector care referrals. Summarizes why the program is relevant to providers and practices.
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5 tips to join non-VA care program
Outlines practical participation considerations for providers interested in joining the network. Covers enrollment, administrative expectations, records sharing, practice readiness, and care coordination at a high level.
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Resources
Lists public references and provider information sources related to the VA initiative and enrollment process.
What You Will Learn
- What the VA access initiative is intended to address
- Who may be eligible for care outside VA facilities
- What participation may require from non-VA providers
- Why record sharing and care coordination matter for participating practices
- What operational factors practices should consider before enrolling
Who Should Read This
- Physicians
- Practice managers
- Medical billers and coders
- Revenue cycle staff
- Healthcare administrators
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