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News | June 24, 2021

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Post-traumatic stress disorder is a result of an individual witnessing or experiencing a traumatic event. PTSD Awareness day takes place every year on June 27 in recognition of those who are affected by this disorder. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Airman 1st Class Devan Halstead)
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How To Schedule an Appointment Using the MHS GEN...

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Nov. 21, 2024
Navigating your healthcare appointments at military hospitals and clinics is convenient with the MHS GENESIS...
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TRICARE Now Covers Hearing Aids for Children of ...

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Nov. 20, 2024
TRICARE has recently expanded its hearing aid coverage to include eligible children of retired service...
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Nationally Recognized Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade A, Fall 2024.

Fifteen Military Hospitals Receive Leapfrog’s Hi...

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Nov. 15, 2024
The Defense Health Agency announced 15 military hospitals got an “A” rating in Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade...
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TRICARE Open Season 2024 Begins: Learn if You Ne...

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Nov. 11, 2024
Have you considered changing your family’s TRICARE health plan for 2025? Now is your opportunity: TRICARE Open...
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Check Out Your 2025 TRICARE Health Plan Costs

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Nov. 07, 2024
With 2025 just around the corner, you may be starting to consider your family’s health needs for next year...
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Your Comprehensive TRICARE Open Season Checklist...

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Nov. 05, 2024
TRICARE Open Season is right around the corner. This year, it runs from Nov. 11 to Dec. 10. Follow this...
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TRICARE Dental Program Premiums Decrease Effecti...

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Oct. 30, 2024
If you’re enrolled in the TRICARE Dental Program, your TDP monthly premiums will decrease for coverage...
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Get Ready for TRICARE Open Season and 2025 Regio...

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Oct. 29, 2024
Are you ready for TRICARE Open Season and the upcoming changes to TRICARE in 2025? Mark your calendar for a...
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Emergency Procedures Due to Extreme Weather >>> Emergency procedures are in place in multiple states due to Hurricane Milton & Hurricane Helene. >>Learn more  
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Nov. 21, 2024

How To Schedule an Appointment Using the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Navigating your healthcare appointments at military hospitals and clinics is convenient with the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal’s scheduling feature.

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Nov. 20, 2024

TRICARE Now Covers Hearing Aids for Children of Military Retirees

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — TRICARE has recently expanded its hearing aid coverage to include eligible children of retired service members. This new coverage results from a new statute. It aims to improve access to life-changing medical technology and help eligible children of retired service members get the hearing aids they need.

Nationally Recognized Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade A, Fall 2024.

Nov. 15, 2024

Fifteen Military Hospitals Receive Leapfrog’s Highest Safety Grade

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — The Defense Health Agency announced 15 military hospitals got an “A” rating in Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade fall 2024 assessment. This grade reflects the DHA’s ongoing dedication to transparency and to provide high-quality, safe care to service members and their families.

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Nov. 11, 2024

TRICARE Open Season 2024 Begins: Learn if You Need To Take Action

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Have you considered changing your family’s TRICARE health plan for 2025? Now is your opportunity: TRICARE Open Season starts Nov. 11 and runs through Dec. 10.

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Nov. 7, 2024

Check Out Your 2025 TRICARE Health Plan Costs

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — With 2025 just around the corner, you may be starting to consider your family’s health needs for next year. There may be changes to your TRICARE health plan costs starting Jan. 1, 2025. Depending on your plan, these costs may include enrollment fees, premiums, cost-shares, and copayments.

TRICARE Open Season 2024 graphic with woman writing on pad of paper.

Nov. 5, 2024

Your Comprehensive TRICARE Open Season Checklist: Prepare for Nov. 11

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — TRICARE Open Season is right around the corner. This year, it runs from Nov. 11 to Dec. 10. Follow this detailed checklist to ensure you’re fully prepared.

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Oct. 30, 2024

TRICARE Dental Program Premiums Decrease Effective Nov. 1

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — If you’re enrolled in the TRICARE Dental Program, your TDP monthly premiums will decrease for coverage effective Nov. 1. These new rates will remain in effect until Feb. 28, 2025.

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Oct. 29, 2024

Get Ready for TRICARE Open Season and 2025 Region Changes at Nov. 14 Webinar

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Are you ready for TRICARE Open Season and the upcoming changes to TRICARE in 2025? Mark your calendar for a TRICARE webinar, “Get Ready for TRICARE Open Season and 2025 Region Changes,” on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2–3 p.m. ET on Microsoft Teams Live.

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Oct. 24, 2024

Q&A: What To Know as TRICARE Open Season Begins Nov. 11

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — TRICARE Open Season begins Monday, Nov. 11—that’s just a few weeks away. If you’re a TRICARE beneficiary, this is the time when you can enroll in a health plan or change health plans for coverage that starts Jan. 1, 2025. You can make these changes through Tuesday, Dec. 10.

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Oct. 23, 2024

TRICARE Claim Form Updated To Assist in Processing Overseas Claims

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — If you’ve submitted a claim for reimbursement, then you may be familiar with the TRICARE claim form, Patient’s Request for Medical Payment (DD Form 2642). In September 2024, this form was updated to include fields that’ll make it easier when filing claims for care received overseas.