Serving Veterans Through Community Programs: Here's what PTs need to know about recent changes and how to sign up.

COMMUNITY health services; HEALTH services accessibility; INFORMATION services; INSURANCE; VETERANS; MEDICAL appointments; PHYSICAL therapy; INFORMATION resources; HEALTH insurance reimbursement; ELIGIBILITY (Social aspects); COMMUNITY-based social services; PATIENT-centered care

The article discusses some important issues that physical therapists should consider about the changes in the Veterans Administration (VA) Maintaining Internal Systems and Strengthening Integrated Outside Networks (MISSION) Act. Topics mentioned include the goal of the MISSION Act to improve veterans' access to health care services, the difference between VA health care and TRICARE civilian network, and eligibility of a veteran for community care under VA.