2900-AP15 201410 The Regulatory Plan and the Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions 2900 Department of Veterans Affairs VA Medications Copayment Freeze for 2015

The interim final rule will freeze pharmacy copayment rates for all veterans at their current levels. VA has authority under 38 USC 1722A to establish copayment rates for veterans through regulations, which VA has promulgated at 38 CFR 17.110. VA can establish cost certainty for veterans and make VA a more attractive option for veterans in need of health care by maintaining rates at the same level. This change is expected to be well-supported by veterans and the public.

]]> Economically Significant First Time Published in The Unified Agenda Final Rule Stage Yes No 38 CFR 17.110 38 USC 501(a) No Interim Final Rule 11/00/2014 No No None No No No No Kristin Cunningham Chief, Business Office (16) 2900 Department of Veterans Affairs VA 202 461-1599 kristin.cunningham@va.gov Veterans Health Administration, 810 Vermont Avenue NW., Washington DC 20420