Fillable Printable VA Form 10-0459

VA Form 10-0459

In order for the to access and verify my educational

background, professional qualifications and suitability for appointment, I hereby authorize the

to make inquiries and consult with all persons, places of

employment, education, malpractice carriers, State licensing boards, or other similar government and

non-governmental entities who have or may have information bearing on my moral, ethical and

professional qualifications and competence to carry out the privileges I have requested.

I consent to the release of information about my ability and fitness for Federal appointment and I

authorize release of such information and copies of related records and/or documents to VA officials to

include not only the requested information for verification but information concerning each lawsuit, civil

action, or other claim brought against me for malpractice or negligence; each disciplinary action under

consideration or taken; any open or previously concluded investigations; and any changes in the status of

a credential and all supporting documentation related to the information provided.

I authorize the VA to disclose to such persons, employers, institutions, boards or agencies identifying and

other information about me sufficient to enable the VA to make such inquiries.

I release from liability all those who provide information to the Department of Veterans Affairs in good

faith and without malice in response to such inquiries.

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10-0459

JAN 2008

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