Improving Veteran Access to Care Act

This bill directs the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to create a new team within 180 days to overhaul how veterans schedule health care appointments. It requires the team to develop a unified digital platform allowing veterans to view and book all appointment types (primary care, specialty, etc.) online, request referrals, and cancel/reschedule. The bill also mandates a phone-based scheduling option where veterans can speak directly with a scheduler to book appointments. These changes aim to streamline access to VA care, with the team required to complete all objectives within one year of the bill's enactment.