(a) General. VA medical centers are the primary resources for the provision of medical treatment, care and services for Chapter 31 participants which may be authorized under the provisions of § 21.240. The availability of necessary services in VA facilities shall be ascertained in each case.
(Authority: 38 U.S.C. 3115)
(b) Hospital care and medical service. Hospital care and medical services provided under Chapter 31 shall only be furnished in facilities over which VA has direct jurisdiction, except as authorized on a contract or fee basis under the provisions of part 17 of this title.
(Authority: 38 U.S.C. 3115(b))
Cross References:
See § 17.30(l). Hospital care. § 17.30(m) Medical services.