United States Department of Veterans Affairs
President’s 2010 Budget Request Strongly Supports VA Programs
President Obama’s first proposed budget for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) expands eligibility for health care to an additional 500,000 deserving Veterans over the next five years, meets the need for continued growth in programs for the combat Veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan, and provides the resources to deliver quality health care for the Nation’s 5.5 million Veteran patients.
VA Identifies Problem with a Transcription Services Contract
During a routine internal inspection, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) discovered a contractor providing medical transcription services who was not following the Department’s rules for protecting medical information.
Veteran and Small Business Conference
Veterans and small business might benefit from this conference, 25 March 2009 at the Natural Bridge Inn and Conference Center in Natural Bridge, Virginia from 8:00 am to 1:30 pm. This meeting is sponsored and produced by the Procurement Technical Assistance Center in conjunction with the DLA and Southwest Virginia Community College, U.S. Department of Defense and Defense Logistics Age.
Shinseki Sworn In, Vows 21st Century Service to Veterans
Retired Army Gen. Eric K. Shinseki took the oath of office today as the Nation’s seventh Secretary of Veterans Affairs, assuming the leadership of the Department of Veterans Affairs following Tuesday’s confirmation by the Senate.
VA, DOT, DOD Steer Vets toward Safe Driving
With motor vehicle crashes being a leading cause of deaths among combat veterans during the first years after their return home, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Department of Defense (DOD) are working together to reduce these accidents.
VA Launches Partnership for NGO Outreach
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced a new partnership to help non-government organizations (NGOs) plan, improve and carry out their own programs on behalf of veterans, their families and their survivors.
VA To Offer Health Care to Previously Ineligible Veterans
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently announced plans to re-open enrollment in its health care system by July 2009 to about 265,000 veterans whose incomes exceed current limits.
Congressman Perriello Announces Staff Hires
Congressman Tom Perriello announced staff hires today, introducing his constituents to the team of people who will be serving them. The staff reflects Perriello’s strong commitment to hiring people from the 5th district.
VA Assisting Veterans with Health Care Costs
For veterans struggling financially due to a job loss or decreased income, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers an assortment of programs that can relieve the costs of health care or provide care at no cost.
VA Data Show Home Health Technology Improves Access to Care
Veterans with chronic conditions can manage their health and avoid hospitalization by using special technology provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) in their homes, according to a recent study. “The study showed that home telehealth makes health care more effective because it improves patients’ access to care and is easy to use,” said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Dr. James B. Peake. “A real plus is that this approach to care can be sustained because it’s so cost-effective and more veteran-centric.”
VA Ramps Up Job Search for Injured Vets
Thirty percent of employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) are veterans – the second highest ranking among cabinet departments after the Department of Defense – and nearly 8 percent of VA employees are service-connected disabled veterans. But the VA intends to increase the number of disabled veterans who obtain employment in its workforce.
