April 13, 2021
Schedule Your COVID Vaccine Appointment with DHA Appointing Portal
FALLS CHURCH, Va. — When it’s your turn to get the COVID-19 vaccine, you may be able to book an appointment at a military hospital, clinic, or vaccination site with the new Defense Health Agency Appointing Portal (DAP). Read more about this convenient new vaccine scheduling tool from the Defense Health Agency (DHA).
April 8, 2021
Register for April 15 Webinar on TRICARE For Life
FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Will you soon be eligible for Medicare and TRICARE For Life (TFL) coverage? If yes, be sure to join the TRICARE webinar, “TRICARE For Life: Coverage Basics, Eligibility, and Costs,” on April 15, from 1 to 2 p.m. ET to learn important information on how TFL works.
April 7, 2021
Subscribe to TRICARE’s New Podcast: Get to Know TRICARE
FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Are you a fan of podcasts? If so, grab your favorite headphones and get ready to listen to “Get to Know TRICARE.”
MHS GENESIS Patient Portal Expands New Features
MHS GENESIS' patient portal is rapidly increasing in size, capability, and usability.
April 6, 2021
What is ECHO and How do I Enroll?
FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Are you an active duty service member who has a family member with special needs? Your family member may qualify for the Extended Care Health Option (ECHO).
April 1, 2021
Enrolling and Disenrolling from TRICARE
FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Do you know how to enroll or disenroll from TRICARE? With a premium-based plan like TRICARE Young Adult, you can do so at any time. But with TRICARE Prime and TRICARE Select plans, the rules for enrolling and disenrolling are different.
March 30, 2021
DHA Improves TRICARE Comprehensive Autism Care Demonstration Program
FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Do you have a family member with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD)? If so, they’ll soon have expanded access to health and support services. The Defense Health Agency (DHA) has authorized policy changes to the TRICARE Comprehensive Autism Care Demonstration (ACD) program.
March 25, 2021
I’m Getting Divorced. What Happens to My TRICARE Benefit?
FALLS CHURCH, Va. — If you’re getting divorced, the future may seem uncertain. One question in your mind may be whether you’ll still be eligible for TRICARE. The answer depends on your sponsor status, length of your marriage, and other factors.
March 23, 2021
Q&A: When, Where, and How Can I Get a COVID-19 Vaccine?
FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Have you heard the news? There are now three vaccines authorized and recommended for people in the U.S. to prevent COVID-19. That means more opportunities for you and your family to get a COVID-19 vaccine are on the way. All three vaccines are safe and effective, and may soon be available near you.
March 18, 2021
MHS Nurse Advice Line Available 24/7 to Help You
FALLS CHURCH, Va. — When it comes to staying healthy, TRICARE knows having health and safety resources you can count on matters. Did you know that one of those resources is round-the-clock health care advice? If you ever have health-related questions or concerns, the Military Health System (MHS) Nurse Advice Line is available 24/7 and at no cost to you.