I wouldn’t call it meaningless. It’s an option veterans don’t currently have if they’re under 65.
While I agree that reimbursement rates should be adjusted to better reflect market realities, many private sector hospitals and clinics DO still accept Medicare.
There should be a balance, lower medical costs in the private sector and a more generous reimbursement menu from government AND private insurance.
“I wouldn’t call it meaningless. It’s an option veterans don’t currently have if they’re under 65.”
What makes it meaningless is the lack of availability of doctors who take Medicare... Vets will have shorter waiting times at the VA.