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Guard, reserve troops get fewer veterans disability claims approved
A government watchdog found that active-duty troops had their VA disability claims approved at much higher rates than part-time personnel.
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Health
VA to share health info with private-sector medical systems
The effort is designed to ensure that doctors outside of VA are giving patients information about government benefits and resources.
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How federal agencies can embed health equity into IT modernization
Research initiatives that compile troves of data are only advantageous if the data is properly organized and utilized.
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Bill would launch clinical trials on cannabis use for vets pain, PTSD
The measure advanced out of a key Senate committee for the first time.
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DoD pulls back Tricare contract in West Region for ‘corrective action’
It's not known whether the action will affect the timeline for starting the newest iteration of Tricare contracts.
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Official overseeing VA health records overhaul to leave this month
Dr. Terry Adirim has served in the role since late 2021 and will leave on Feb. 25.
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Could Guard troops get free TRICARE? This state might become the first
The state would spend around $5 million per year to reimburse premiums under the plan.
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Oracle exec: VA health records overhaul is only real option for vets
The company behind VA's controversial health records project insists the work can still be finished in a way that benefits veterans and taxpayers.
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Lawmakers demand fixes in VA health records before any more rollouts
New legislation would block further deployments of the controversial system until VA leaders can promise permanent improvements.
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Advanced analytics key to fighting unemployment insurance fraud
The Labor Dept. inspector general estimates that fraudsters may have stolen $45.6 billion from the unemployment insurance program during the pandemic.
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Google wanted exclusive dibs on a priceless trove of military tissue samples. A dozen DoD officials raised ethical, legal concerns.
Google has long sought access to a priceless trove of veterans’ medical data.
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