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Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: July 5, 2024) |
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Title 38 - Pensions, Bonuses, and Veterans' Relief |
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Chapter I - Department of Veterans Affairs |
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Part 17 - Medical |
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Expanded Access to Non-VA Care Through the Veterans Choice Program |
§ 17.1540 - Claims processing system.
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§ 17.1540 Claims processing system.
(a) There is established within the Chief Business Office of the Veterans Health Administration a nationwide claims processing system for processing and paying bills or claims for authorized hospital care and medical services furnished to eligible veterans under §§ 17.1500 through 17.1540.
(b) The Chief Business Office is responsible for overseeing the implementation and maintenance of such system.
(c) The claims processing system will receive requests for payment from eligible entities and providers for hospital care or medical services furnished to eligible veterans. The claims processing system will provide accurate, timely payments for claims received in accordance with §§ 17.1500 through 17.1540.