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38 U.S.C. 1784: Humanitarian careText contains those laws in effect through Public Law 119-120 (October 7, 2026).
From Title 38-VETERANS’ BENEFITSCHAPTER 17-HOSPITAL, NURSING HOME, DOMICILIARY, AND MEDICAL CARE
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§1784. Humanitarian care

The Secretary may furnish hospital care or medical services as a humanitarian service in emergency cases, but the Secretary shall charge for such care and services at rates prescribed by the Secretary.

(Added Pub. L. 107–135, title II, § 208(b) , Jan. 23, 2002 , 115 Stat. 2463 .)

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Prior Provisions

Prior section 1784 was renumbered section 3684 of this title.