In CommitteeFiled Mar 18, 2026
Sponsor: Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA] (R)
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Mar 18, 2026
Summary
The bill orders the Department of Veterans Affairs to start a five‑year pilot that lets qualified neurosurgeons in rural areas negotiate market‑based payment adjustments for surgeries performed under the Veterans Community Care Program. It applies to veterans who lack nearby VA neurosurgical services and to board‑certified surgeons who can show that standard VA rates are insufficient. The program includes reporting and oversight requirements.
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