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Retirement changes your TRICARE coverage: Learn ...

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Jan. 22, 2026
Are you getting ready to retire from active duty or the National Guard or Reserve? You should know there are...
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What are my 2026 TRICARE For Life costs?

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Jan. 20, 2026
Did you know that Medicare Part A and Part B costs change each year on Jan. 1? If you have TRICARE For Life or...
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Your safety, your comfort, your choice: Requesti...

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Jan. 15, 2026
When you get care at a military hospital or clinic, your safety, comfort, and privacy are top priorities. The...
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Get your health results faster in 2026: Lab and ...

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Jan. 13, 2026
Do you get care at a military hospital or clinic? Starting Jan. 20, you’ll be able to access lab results,...
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Make the most of your TRICARE pharmacy benefit i...

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Jan. 08, 2026
The TRICARE Pharmacy Program helps you get the prescription drugs you need in a safe, easy, and affordable...
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TRICARE-allowable charges and balance billing: W...

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Jan. 06, 2026
You may have heard the terms “allowable charge” and “balance billing.” But what do these terms mean when you...
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Have TRICARE For Life? Here's what to do if you ...

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Dec. 31, 2025
Are you planning to move soon? Whether you’re moving across town or overseas, TRICARE For Life moves with you...
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Getting married? Here’s what you need to know ab...

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Dec. 22, 2025
Getting married is an exciting milestone in your life! It’s also a time when many changes come along,...
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June 17, 2024

Studies Show Military Eye Injuries Can Cause Cataracts, Vision Loss

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness worldwide and in the United States, with an estimated 24 million Americans who have been diagnosed with cataracts, according to the National Institutes of Health.

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June 14, 2024

New Patient Resources Section on TRICARE Website

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Check out the new Patient Resources section on tricare.mil. This section makes it easy to find forms, track your health records, learn about disaster alerts, and more.

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June 11, 2024

Understand How TRICARE Covers Infertility Diagnosis and Treatment

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Do you think you or your partner may be dealing with infertility? Learn about how TRICARE covers certain diagnosis and treatment options.

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June 7, 2024

Clinical Practice Guideline Updated for Service Members and Veterans at Risk for Suicide

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — The suicide risk clinical practice guideline from the Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs has been updated with new evidence-based information for providers and patients.

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June 4, 2024

Get Prescriptions at Home With TRICARE For Life

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Do you often make trips to the pharmacy to pick up your prescriptions? If you have TRICARE For Life, you can switch to TRICARE Pharmacy Home Delivery to get your medications delivered right to your home.

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May 28, 2024

Recent Graduate? Learn How TRICARE Covers Young Adults

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Did your child recently graduate high school or college? Congratulations! While you help them get ready for their next steps, here's some information about how their health coverage options may change.

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May 24, 2024

Q&A: Moving and Your TRICARE Coverage

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — As summer approaches and permanent change of station season kicks into high gear, you may be preparing to move to a new duty location. Amid all the packing and planning, it’s important to make sure your TRICARE coverage is ready to move with you.  

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May 21, 2024

Mental Health Is Health: How To Get Mental Health Care With TRICARE

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Staying healthy is more than just taking care of your body. If you’re experiencing symptoms of a mental health concern, TRICARE covers services so you can get the care you need. Using these covered services can help put you on a path to mental and physical wellness.

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May 15, 2024

Q&A: What To Know as New TRICARE Contracts Begin in 2025

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — New TRICARE contracts, known as T-5, will start on Jan. 1, 2025. The new contracts will improve health care delivery, quality, and access for beneficiaries living in the United States.

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May 8, 2024

Retiring? Get Answers to Your TRICARE Questions at May 23 Webinar

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Are you or your sponsor approaching retirement from active duty or the National Guard or Reserve? On Thursday, May 23, from 4 to 5 p.m. ET, join TRICARE for a webinar about the TRICARE plans available to you in retirement.