Who is responsible for implementing a formal DOD/VA health care resource sharing program?

The responsibility for implementing a formal Department of Defense (DOD)/Veterans Affairs (VA) health care resource sharing program primarily rests with the TMA (Tricare Management Activity) director. This position oversees the coordination and execution of health care initiatives across the DOD and VA, ensuring that both military and veteran health care systems collaborate effectively to enhance resource sharing.

The TMA director plays a crucial role in policy development, strategic planning, and the allocation of resources necessary to foster effective partnerships between the two entities. This collaborative effort aims to improve patient care, streamline operations, and ensure that veterans and service members receive the best possible health care options from both systems.

Other roles such as the MTF (Military Treatment Facility) Commander, TRO (Transitional Recovery Officer), and COTR (Contracting Officer's Technical Representative) may have specific responsibilities related to health care management; however, the overarching directive and implementation of the DOD/VA health care resource sharing program is fundamentally guided by the TMA director's leadership and strategy.