Posted on Apr 19, 2016
MAJ David Vermillion
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Would it be better to have all veterans choose their own provider?
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SGT Stanley Bass
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I read the question wrong. now that I saw a response, I had to seek non va care because my nearest VA did not have a specialist at the time. I used the non VA referal because Veterans choice fell through. This was after moving and changing regions and having to start all over again with a new VA Region. It would be nice if the system was more efficient and it did not take so long some times to get a simple appointment out of VA. On the other side though, almost all of my care has been with the VA since retirement. I don't mind the reimbursement for mileage, I schedule my appointments around payday so I can afford the initial cost. So if somebody in the VA needs to see my info, it is all in one location, no need for a release of records
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CPT Brian Hentz
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I don't think it is a good idea. For the most part my VA health care has been very good and consistent. All of the VA providers I have used have been excellent with 1 exception. But that happens in non VA providers too.
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SPC Robert Pressley
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think rank has something to do with it???
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SGT David T.
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If the system is equal to or greater than what is currently provide and the cost to the vet is equal or less than current, I would be in favor of such a move.
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1stSgt Nelson Kerr
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Since the coverage provided is about as likely to provide cost free coverage without deductibles as we a all are to win the lottery on the same day I am against the idea. It will make a very profitable pot of gold for some and screw the vets like tricare did for retirees
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