Government shutdown impacting Veterans Affairs. Details on benefits, medical care, more.

The Department of Veterans Affairs has been impacted by the government shutdown. Here's what to know about benefits, medical ...
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VA gives veterans a year of uninterrupted private health care for 30 different medical specialties

WASHINGTON — From cardiology and eye care to addiction treatment and mental health counseling, 30 different types of private medical services will be available to veterans for up to a year without ...
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Veterans' VA Referrals to Private Medical Care Will No Longer Require Additional Doctor Review

The Department of Veterans Affairs has changed its process for veterans to get medical care from non-VA providers, removing a requirement that a referral to community care be reviewed by another VA ...
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Virginia lawmaker introduces bill allowing federal workers to withdraw from retirement savings during government shutdown

As every day Americans worry about their next paycheck during the government shutdown, a Virginia Congressman is pushing to ...