H.R. 11017
Improves veterans disability claims and health care pay
Establishes decision deadlines for veterans' disability claims and appeals, sets accountability rules for claims processors, and adjusts performance pay for medical staff.
- Sets a 60-day decision deadline for complete initial disability claims
- Creates a 180-day deadline for certain administrative appeals and reviews
- Updates performance pay rules for doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners
- Requires better electronic records sharing and public reporting dashboards
In committee