Opportunity
Federal Register #OMB Control No. 2900-0161
Request for Public Comment on VA Medical Expense Report Information Collection
Buyer
Veterans Affairs Department
Posted
July 30, 2026
Respond By
September 28, 2026
Identifier
OMB Control No. 2900-0161
This opportunity is a request for public comment from the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), a sub-agency of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), regarding the extension of the 'Medical Expense Report' information collection process. - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) - Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) - No OEMs or commercial vendors are involved, as this is not a procurement action. - Products/Services Requested: - Public feedback on the Medical Expense Report (VA Form 21P-8416) information collection - The form is used by claimants and beneficiaries to report unreimbursed medical expenses for needs-based VA benefit programs (e.g., VA Pension, Parents Dependency and Indemnity Compensation) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - The VBA is seeking input on the necessity, accuracy, and burden of the information collection - Suggestions for improvement are encouraged - No products, part numbers, or purchase quantities are involved - This is not a solicitation for goods or services, but a request for public input to improve a government form and process.
Description
The Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), is seeking public comment on the proposed collection of information related to the Medical Expense Report. This collection allows claimants and beneficiaries to report unreimbursed medical expenses to reduce their countable income for needs-based benefit programs such as VA Pension and Parents Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC). The information collected is used to adjust benefits accordingly. Comments on this collection are due by September 28, 2026.