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ANNALS OF INTERNAL MEDICINE
Volume 174, Issue 11, Pages 1600-+Publisher
AMER COLL PHYSICIANS
DOI: 10.7326/M21-2392
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The VHA is the largest integrated health care delivery system in the United States, serving over 9 million enrollees. It has been praised for its high-quality care but faces challenges such as implementing a community care program and modernizing its electronic medical records system.
The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is the United States' largest integrated health care delivery system, serving over 9 million enrollees at nearly 1300 health care facilities. In addition to providing health care to the nation's military veterans, the VHA has a research and development program, trains thousands of medical residents and other health care professionals, and conducts emergency preparedness and response activities. The VHA has been celebrated for delivering high-quality care to veterans, early adoption of electronic medical records, and high patient satisfaction. However, the system faces challenges, including implementation of an expanded community care program, modernization of its electronic medical records system, and providing care to a population with complex needs. The position paper offers policy recommendations on VHA funding, the community care program, medical and health care professions training, and research and development.
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