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🩺 Supporting Veteran Patients: Key Insights for GPs🩺 📢 Dr. Emily Brooks, Veterans’ Clinical Champion at the Royal College of General Practitioners, highlights key findings on veteran healthcare. A recent RCGP survey shows over half of veterans have service-related health issues, yet many don't seek help. This is often due to a stoic mindset, comparing their issues with peers, or believing civilian GPs won't understand. The Veteran Friendly GP Practice Accreditation scheme helps GPs better identify and support veterans, encouraging more to seek the care they need. Read more: https://lnkd.in/efcZYnRb #Veterans #Healthcare #GP #MentalHealth #RCGP

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced a significant expansion of healthcare benefits for veterans exposed to toxins and hazards during military service.   Starting March 5, veterans from various conflicts, including Vietnam, the Gulf War, Iraq, and Afghanistan, can directly enroll in VA healthcare without applying for other benefits.   This expansion, one of the largest in veteran healthcare, covers those exposed to toxins during training or active duty within the United States.   VA Secretary Denis McDonough emphasized the lifelong access veterans will have once enrolled. The expansion stems from the PACT Act, signed into law by President Biden in August 2022, providing additional benefits for conditions related to burn pit exposure.   Over 500,000 veterans have already enrolled in VA healthcare since the law's passage. Eligible veterans can apply online or by phone to access these expanded benefits.   As RCM (Revenue Cycle Management) professionals, our team can play a crucial role in assisting with enrollment processes for veterans seeking healthcare benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).   Our RCM team is dedicated to ensuring that veterans receive the healthcare benefits they deserve and can provide valuable support throughout the enrollment process to make it as smooth and efficient as possible.   We are the One!   #revenuecycle #revenuecyclemanagement #priorauthorization #medicalbilling #medicalcoding #healthcare #healthcaretechnology #accountsreceivables #denialmanagement #consulting #management #implementationpartner NewsNation

📣Share with your networks📣 “All Veterans who served in the Vietnam War, the Gulf War, Iraq, Afghanistan or any other combat zone after 9/11 will be eligible to enroll directly in VA health care without first applying for VA benefits. Additionally, Veterans who never deployed but were exposed to toxins or hazards while training or on active duty in the United States will also be eligible to enroll.” “To date, VA’s PACT Act outreach campaign has included more than 2,500 events nationwide, $13 million in paid advertising, 88,000 earned media clips, more than 400 million emails and letters to Veterans, VA’s first-ever text messaging campaign, the creation of a one-stop-shop PACT Act website, and more. This is the largest outreach campaign in VA history, which has one goal in mind: ensure that all Veterans —and their survivors — get the health care and benefits they deserve under the PACT Act.” #Veterans #healthcare #benefits #PACTAct #VA

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PLEASE RESHARE AND AMPLIFY TO ANY VETERAN DEPLOYED TO IRAQ, AFGHANISTAN, OR ANYWHERE IN CENTRAL COMMAND As we round out September 11th— a day of rememberance for the nearly 3,000 Americans who lost their lives 22 years ago— an urgent call to action is clear. Veterans who were deployed to Iraq, Afghanistan, or anywhere in central command to defend out freedom after that attack on America— and who were discharged between September 11th, 2001 and October 1st, 2013, are eligible to directly enroll in VA healthcare until this coming September 30th, 2023– regardless of disability rating or determinations around service connection. This special enrollment period is a part of the PACT Act, the largest expansion of VA health care and benefits in generations. Since President Biden signed the PACT Act into law Aug. 10, 2022, more than 344,000 Veterans have enrolled in VA health care, and more than 4.2 million enrolled Veterans have been screened for toxic exposures. But before this critical window closes, we want every Veteran who deployed to a combat zone, never enrolled in VA health care and left the military between Sept. 11, 2001, and Oct. 1, 2013 to enroll directly in VA health care. This also includes our Veterans from the first Gulf War who were discharged during that time period. Go to VA.gov/PACT, call 1-800-MYVA411, or click on the link below to apply for healthcare at VA. Don’t wait- only 19 days remain for this critical opportunity! https://lnkd.in/gp-YDUgg

A medically ready workforce is paramount for organisational mission readiness, particularly in times of global uncertainty. As Aspen Medical Chief Medical Officer, I stress the pivotal role that the comprehensive health and well-being of our personnel play in organisational mission readiness. This short paper explores holistic innovation opportunities in military populations, championing forward-thinking health care approaches to enhance readiness and wellbeing for those who serve. #ADF #ADFHealth #DefenceHealth

It is not unreasonable to expect hundreds of casualties per day during periods of large-scale warfighting. So how would the NHS cope with war? Ed Arnold and Si Horne explore this question in today's RUSI Commentary.

Military Veterans, A VA (Veterans Affairs) advocate plays a crucial role in assisting individuals with their VA business by providing support and guidance through the often-complex processes involved in accessing benefits and services. Here are some ways in which a VA advocate can help: Available at every medical center, Patient Advocates are highly trained professionals who can help resolve your concerns about any aspect of your health care.  Click link: https://lnkd.in/eN5PMigQ 1. Navigating VA Benefits: VA advocates are knowledgeable about the various benefits available to veterans, including disability compensation, pension programs, healthcare services, education benefits, and more. They can help individuals understand eligibility criteria, application processes, and required documentation. 2. Claims Assistance: One of the primary roles of a VA advocate is to assist veterans in preparing and submitting claims for disability benefits. They can help gather necessary medical evidence, fill out paperwork, and ensure that all required documentation is submitted accurately and on time. 3. Appeals Process: If a veteran's claim is denied, a VA advocate can assist in navigating the appeals process. This involves understanding the reasons for denial, gathering additional evidence, and preparing a strong case for reconsideration. 4. Benefit Maximization: VA advocates work to ensure that veterans receive the maximum benefits to which they are entitled. They can assess a veteran's specific situation, identify applicable benefits, and help with the application process to optimize the overall support provided. 5. Understanding Regulations: The rules and regulations surrounding VA benefits can be complex and subject to change. A VA advocate stays informed about these regulations, ensuring that veterans are aware of their rights and entitlements. 6. Communication with VA Officials: Advocates can act as intermediaries between veterans and VA officials. They may communicate with VA representatives on behalf of the veteran, seeking clarification, addressing issues, and advocating for fair treatment. 7. Accessing Healthcare Services: Veterans may need assistance in understanding and accessing healthcare services provided by the VA. Advocates can help navigate the healthcare system, schedule appointments, and address concerns related to medical care.   Michelle Miller Jacob Mousseau Lynn Higgison, MA, SHRM-CP, PHR, ACRW Alfredo 🤘 Torres Tyrone Hewitt Paul Lawrence #militaryveterans #military #navy #army #marines #marinecorps #veterans #veteranshelpingveterans #veteransupport #navyveteran #armyveteran #vetshelpingvets #veteranshelpingveterans #airforce #spaceforce #coastguard #frago22 #VeteranSupport #VABenefits #VeteranAdvocacy #VeteranCommunity #militaryspouses #militaryspouse