David Shulkin actually said...

We believe that, as the VA, we need to take that responsibility, that when a veteran goes out to the private sector, we still have to own the responsibility for that health care.

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Shulkin emphasizes the VA's responsibility in veterans' healthcare even when using private services.

09/13/2016

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