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38 CFR 17.4000: Purpose and scope.

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Title 38—Pensions, Bonuses, and Veterans' Relief
CHAPTER I—DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
PART 17—MEDICAL

(a) Purpose. Sections 17.4000 through 17.4040 implement the Veterans Community Care Program, authorized by 38 U.S.C. 1703.

(b) Scope. The Veterans Community Care Program establishes when a covered veteran may elect to have VA authorize an episode of care for hospital care, medical services, or extended care services from an eligible entity or provider. Sections 17.4000 through 17.4040 do not affect eligibility for non-VA care under sections 1724, 1725, 1725A, or 1728 of title 38, United States Code.

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