The funny thing is, nothing actually has changed.
The veteran did not play the game, already in place, and got a prescription for a Blood pressure monitor, hence the denial.
So, VAC comes out clean allowing an internal message (Intentionally wanting to be "leaked") that they will approve all Blood preasure monitors prescribed by a Physician.
For frig sakes, if your GP prescribes an iPhone, as it will monitor your blood pressure, and ensure you make appointments, you will get one as long as your are Pensioned for it..... We got to stop vilifying every freaking aspect of VAC, and realize the systems are in place, just learn how to work it. Would this same vet treat his home insurance broker the same way? Oh I didn't know the system,and since I am a Veteran, you owe me leeway when I miss a payment, or demand something in the wrong manner or process! pffft.
Just another another story about a vet, that was vocal at his local watering hole, and a hungry reporter coming in to "crusade" on his behalf. Stories like this just make us veterans look bad, in my opinion.