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Get Vaccinated With TRICARE: RSV Immunizations O...

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Dec. 20, 2024

Respiratory syncytial virus is a common but potentially dangerous respiratory illness. Immunizations are...
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Reminder: New TRICARE Regional Contracts in the ...

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Dec. 19, 2024

Changes are coming to TRICARE’s regional contracts Jan. 1, 2025. These changes will affect you if you live in...
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New Prescription Refill System Coming to Militar...

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Dec. 17, 2024

Do you get your prescriptions at a military pharmacy in the U.S.? You should know that the Defense Health...
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Check the TRICARE Network Provider Directories A...

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Dec. 11, 2024

If you get care outside of a military hospital or clinic, it’s important to understand your civilian provider...
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TRICARE Open Season Ends Dec. 10: Your Last Chan...

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Dec. 05, 2024

Time is running out to review and update your TRICARE health plan for 2025. TRICARE Open Season ends Tuesday,...
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Reminder: TRICARE Regions Are Changing Jan. 1, 2025

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Dec. 03, 2024

There will be changes to the TRICARE regions in the U.S. on Jan. 1, 2025. While there will still be two...
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DHA Hospitals Honored for Surgical Excellence

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Nov. 27, 2024

The American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program has recognized three Defense...
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TRICARE Open Season: Understanding Who’s Eligible

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Nov. 26, 2024

It’s that time of year again—TRICARE Open Season is here. Open season, which began Nov. 11, runs until Dec...
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Aug. 23, 2022

Let’s Talk: Youth, Mental Health, and TRICARE

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, mental health challenges among youth are on the rise nationwide. During childhood, mental wellness is especially important because it contributes to physical health, resiliency, and social skills.

July 28, 2022

Have TRICARE For Life Costs Questions? Find Answers Here

Are you curious about how Medicare and TRICARE For Life (TFL) work together? Medicare pays first and TRICARE pays second, unless you have other health insurance (OHI). Either way, it’s good to know what costs are involved when you have both Medicare and TRICARE.

June 16, 2022

Continuous Glucose Monitors Now Available as a TRICARE Pharmacy Benefit

If you use a continuous glucose monitor (CGM), you’re in luck. TRICARE Pharmacy Program now covers two brands of CGMs. These are the Abbott FreeStyle Libre 2 and the Dexcom G6. Previously, CGMs were only available as durable medical equipment (DME) under the TRICARE medical benefit. CGMs continue to be covered as a DME medical benefit, but they’re also now available as part of your pharmacy benefit.

May 24, 2022

Mental Health is a Team Effort

The Military Health System offers a wide variety of mental health care options. Across the health care system, psychiatrists, psychologists, counselors, and therapists work together to help beneficiaries find the right provider or combination of providers.

May 23, 2022

TRICARE Answers Your Questions About Baby Formula

The shortage of baby formula is having an impact on millions of families. This includes military families living in the U.S. and overseas. It’s important you know what TRICARE does and doesn’t cover. Here are a few questions and answers about infant formula coverage to help.

May 10, 2022

How Does TRICARE Change When You Retire from Active Duty?

Many active duty service members (ADSMs) may eventually retire from their branch of the uniformed services. If you’re an ADSM, are you prepared to make the transition to civilian life?

April 28, 2022

10 TRICARE Health Care Terms You Should Know

Have you recently come across a health care term and weren’t quite sure what it meant? It’s OK. Health care coverage is full of terms you may not know. To help you better understand your TRICARE benefit, here’s a list of commonly used health care terms and definitions.

April 19, 2022

Pre-Authorization and Medical Necessity for Prescription Drugs: What You Need to Know

Prescription drugs are tools meant to support your overall health. TRICARE has procedures to make sure you get the right prescription drug to treat your condition. You must sometimes work with your doctor to get approval for coverage of certain drugs. Two examples of this are pre-authorization (also known as prior authorization) and medical necessity.

April 7, 2022

Do You Need All 4 Parts of Medicare for TRICARE For Life?

Do you have Medicare, or will you soon be eligible to enroll? Medicare has four Parts: A, B, C, and D. It’s important that you understand how each part differs and which parts you’ll need for TRICARE For Life (TFL).

April 5, 2022

New, Expanded Childbirth and Breastfeeding TRICARE Benefits for Expecting Parents

Are you an expecting parent? Are you thinking of having a child? TRICARE is now providing more options to those who are planning to expand their family. As of Jan. 1, TRICARE added new childbirth and breastfeeding benefits under the Childbirth and Breastfeeding Support Demonstration (CBSD). CBSD is for those enrolled in TRICARE Prime and TRICARE Select in the U.S. under one of the TRICARE regional contractors.