### Question
What is the definition of providing agency?


### Answer
The definition of **providing agency** is as follows in *38 U.S.C. § 8111*:

> the Department, in the case of care or services furnished by a facility of the Department, and the Department of Defense, in the case of care or services furnished by a facility of the Department of Defense

#### Citation:
  - *38 U.S.C. § 8111*
  - Heading: **PART VI-ACQUISITION AND DISPOSITION OF PROPERTY > CHAPTER 81-ACQUISITION AND OPERATION OF HOSPITAL AND DOMICILIARY FACILITIES; PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY; ENHANCED-USE LEASES OF REAL PROPERTY > SUBCHAPTER I-ACQUISITION AND OPERATION OF MEDICAL FACILITIES**

