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News | Dec. 21, 2020

Share Your Thoughts on our New Website!

Have you seen our new website? If not, check us out! We want to hear your feedback. We have made changes to improve the look and feel, ease of navigation, and content.
 
You’ll find content on a variety of services offered at our facility as well as topics related to your TRICARE health, dental, and pharmacy benefits.
 
Share your feedback with us! We want to develop a website that meets your needs! Take the survey at https://survey.foresee.com/f/WJwBFSaq5j.
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Your TRICARE Guide to Overseas Travel

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Your TRICARE Guide to Overseas Travel

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Planning a trip overseas? Whether you’re traveling for work or leisure, it’s a good idea to know how your TRICARE plan works outside the United States.  

Uniformed service member reaches for prescription bottle in pharmacy.

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MHS GENESIS Patient Portal Makes Refilling Prescriptions Easier

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Do you get prescriptions at a military pharmacy? If you need to request a refill or a renewal for your prescription, the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal makes it easy.

Two men wearing suits sit at a desk and look at a document.

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FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Medicare and TRICARE For Life work together to minimize your out-of-pocket expenses. But if you also have other health insurance, you may have to submit a claim in order to receive reimbursement under TRICARE.

Image of hand holding smartphone showing the options available in the Express Scripts Pharmacy mobile app.

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Easily Manage TRICARE Prescriptions With the Express Scripts Pharmacy Mobile App

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Looking for a convenient way to keep track of your TRICARE prescriptions? Download the free Express Scripts Pharmacy mobile app to securely manage your medications anytime, anywhere.

Elderly man wearing glasses sits on couch and looks at smartphone.

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See Test Results and Clinical Notes in Your MHS GENESIS Patient Portal

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — If you’ve recently had a blood draw or X-ray, you’re likely interested in seeing the results once they’re available. Or perhaps you want to review what you discussed with your health care team at your last appointment. If you visited a military hospital or clinic for your recent test or appointment, you can access this information in the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal.

Woman wearing white headband looks in mirror while brushing teeth.

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FALLS CHURCH, Va. — According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 38 million American adults currently have diabetes. Even though diabetes is common, many people don’t know about its connection to oral health.

The 6th MSS laboratory oversees the shipment of more than 200 healthcare diagnostic tests per day. The new Air Force generation model (AFFORGEN) is designed for Airmen to train together and deploy together; services across MacDill AFB have adjusted their capacities to support mission requirements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Zachary Foster)

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Get Your TRICARE For Life Answers at June 27 Facebook Event

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