The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is under pressure to clarify the costs associated with its electronic health record (EHR) modernization program as it moves to relaunch deployments of the software. Initially contracted for $10 billion, the budget has escalated to over $16 billion due to numerous challenges, including technical glitches and patient safety concerns since its 2020 rollout. After a pause in 2023, VA plans to resume installations in 2026, but members of Congress are demanding clearer accountability and long-term cost estimates as concerns persist about the project's management and efficacy.
VA's electronic health record modernization project faces significant scrutiny regarding its cost and effectiveness as the department plans to restart software deployments.
The challenges experienced during the EHR system's rollout highlight ongoing concerns about patient safety, cost overruns, and technical issues, prompting further discussions in Congress.
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