What is the current status of HR 6526?

HR 6526 is currently: Introduced.

Who sponsored HR 6526?

HR 6526 was sponsored by Jennifer Kiggans (R), Rep.

Directory for CHAMPVA Health Providers

IntroducedDecember 9, 2025

Introduced9 months ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Subcommittee Hearings Held

Armed Forces and National SecurityGovernment studies and investigationsHealth facilities and institutionsInternet, web applications, social mediaVeterans' medical care

Why This Matters

This bill aims to help veterans and their families find health care providers who accept CHAMPVA payments by creating a public directory. It ensures that veterans have clear options for their health care needs.

If you are a veteran or a family member using CHAMPVA, you will have better access to health care provider information.

Who this affects

Veterans · Families

What changes is this bill making?

1The bill requires the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to create a public list of health care providers accepting CHAMPVA assignments.
2Each year, health care networks must confirm which providers accept CHAMPVA assignments.
3The first directory will be available within 180 days after the bill becomes law.
4The Secretary will report annually on how many providers accept CHAMPVA assignments for four years.
5The report will show areas where CHAMPVA beneficiaries lack access to accepting providers.

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Directory for CHAMPVA Health Providers

IntroducedDecember 9, 2025

Introduced9 months ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Subcommittee Hearings Held

Armed Forces and National SecurityGovernment studies and investigationsHealth facilities and institutionsInternet, web applications, social mediaVeterans' medical care

Why This Matters

If you are a veteran or a family member using CHAMPVA, you will have better access to health care provider information.

Who this affects

Veterans · Families

What changes is this bill making?

1The bill requires the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to create a public list of health care providers accepting CHAMPVA assignments.
2Each year, health care networks must confirm which providers accept CHAMPVA assignments.
3The first directory will be available within 180 days after the bill becomes law.
4The Secretary will report annually on how many providers accept CHAMPVA assignments for four years.
5The report will show areas where CHAMPVA beneficiaries lack access to accepting providers.

Read full document

Last changed 5 months ago · checked hourly