Health Care
SecDef Says He’ll Work with VA on Environmental Health Concerns
Secretary Mark Esper says his focus on this area stems from his days in service.
Advocacy
TRICARE Survey Confirms Cost, Access Contribute to Satisfaction
Increased pharmacy costs are a major concern, respondents say.
Health Care
After Mandate from Congress, VA Opens Research Center for Burn Pit-Related Illnesses
Learn all about the Airborne Hazards and Burn Pits Center of Excellence.
Health Care
VA: Smoke-Free Facility Rule to Include Employees by 2020
Everyone else will need to put out their cigarettes (and similar products) by October.
Health Care
Military Pharmacies May Change List of Free Over-the-Counter Drugs Offered
Plans call for standardization, which could change what's stocked at your local facility.
Health Care
Wait Continues on Additions to VA’s Agent Orange-Connected Illnesses
The department has offered no reason for the delay. Advocates aren't happy.
Health Care
Lawmakers Push for Quick Fix for Veterans Wrongly Billed for $53M in Emergency Care
The bipartisan effort comes after a troubling VA Inspector General report.
Health Care
Tips for Using TRICARE For Life Overseas
Planning a trip? Know what to do if you have a health care emergency.
Advocacy
Auditors Estimate $53 Million in Claims Wrongfully Denied or Rejected by VA
The Office of the Inspector General estimates 31% of claims were inappropriately processed.
Health Care
DoD, VA Continue Rollout of Electronic Health Record Systems
Work continues toward a long-sought joint military health record.
Health Care
MOAA Asks Congress to Fund Timely VA Processing of Blue Water Navy Claims
Write to your lawmaker and ask them to help speed up this long-delayed process.