VA Delays Rule Change to 2029

On December 9, 2024, the Department of Veterans Affairs delayed a rule change that would have impacted the reimbursement of ambulance services to 2029: particularly air ambulance providers. The rule would have reduced reimbursements for specialty transportation services to lower Medicare rates opposed to reimbursing providers at the existing rates for veterans which are more reflective of the costs incurred by EMS providers. This delay allows veterans to continue accessing necessary emergency transportation services without disruption.

Read more here: 24-1104.OPINION.12-9-2024_2432337.pdf