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VA said electronic health record modernization would cost $10 billion — now it’s $48 billion

The Department of Veterans Affairs is nearly tripling the ceiling on its contract with Oracle to modernize the agency’s electronic health record system.

By Natalie Oliverio

3 weeks ago

VA’s top health administrator departs post, temporary replacement named

Dr. Lee Payne, a retired Air Force major general and physician, will serve as acting under secretary, according to VA officials.

By Patricia Kime

3 months ago

VA introduces new electronic health records system to four additional sites

The VA continues to adopt a new electronic medical record system, rolling it out to hospitals in Ohio and Kentucky on Saturday.

By Patricia Kime

3 months ago

VA shuttering underperforming clinics, addressing leadership shortcomings at others

The VA is closing underperforming clinics and addressing issues at troubled facilities, VA Secretary Doug Collins says.

By Patricia Kime

5 months ago

Former VA executive charged with accepting $16K worth of gifts

The senior VA official has been charged with failing to disclose gifts he received from contractors working on the project he oversaw.

By Patricia Kime

6 months ago

Lawmakers introduce bill to broaden brain injury treatment for vets

Under the legislation, a TBI Innovation Grant Program would award up to $30 million in grants through 2028 to non-VA health care providers, among others.

By Patricia Kime

8 months ago