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HR 5981119th CongressIn Committee
VA Billing Accountability Act
Introduced: Nov 7, 2025
Sponsor: Rep. Smucker, Lloyd [R-PA-11] (R-Pennsylvania)
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
Amends Title 38 to authorize the VA Secretary to waive copayment requirements for veterans when billing errors cause delayed notifications.
Key Points
- 1Allows waiver of copayments if VA error caused notification delay beyond 180 days
- 2Applies to hospital care, nursing home care, medical services, and medications
- 3Establishes new billing procedures with strict notification timelines
- 4Requires 180-day notification for Department facility care, 18 months for non-Department care
- 5Mandates review and improvement of VA copayment billing controls
- 6Includes two-year termination date for new authorities
Impact Areas
Veterans health care billingMedical debt relief for veteransDepartment of Veterans Affairs proceduresPatient billing rights and protections
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