AMVETS and CareSource Partner to Transform Veterans Health Care
AMVETS recently added health care intervention and advocacy services for underserved veterans to its portfolio of programs. The supportive services coincide with the organization's highly anticipated launch of the HEAL Program in
Following the passage of the VA Mission Act earlier this month, AMVETS met with senior executives from CareSource to discuss the future of veterans' health care and how the two organizations could play an active role in developing an innovative program.
Senior officials from both organizations conceptualized the attributes of the "perfect" health care system for veterans through innovations and efficiencies, as sanctioned by provisions in the VA Mission Act. While the details of the new plan are still being developed, the design concept protects veterans, enforces consistent standards, and promotes accountability principles that form the foundation of the new partnership.
"Many assume the VA Mission Act was put in effect once it was signed by President
"CareSource is honored to have the opportunity to serve American heroes through the development of a new and innovative model that will ensure our veterans have choice and access to the health care that they so richly deserve," said
About AMVETS
Founded more than 70 years ago, AMVETS has more than 250,000 members across the United States. The nonprofit organization's mission is to enhance and safeguard the entitlements for All-American Veterans who have served honorably, including the
About CareSource
CareSource is a nonprofit, nationally recognized as an industry leader in providing member-centric health care coverage. Founded in 1989, CareSource administers one of the nation's largest Medicaid managed care plans. Today, CareSource offers individuals and families' comprehensive health and life services including Marketplace and Medicare Advantage plans.
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