April 20, 2021

Tidewater Set to Become Fifth Military Health System Market

The Defense Health Agency officially established the Tidewater Market in southeast Virginia on April 19. This is the fifth Military Health System market established to manage military medical treatment facilities as they transition to DHA.

April 19, 2021

COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility Expands for TRICARE Beneficiaries

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Today, the Department of Defense (DOD) officially moved vaccination sites to tier 2 of the DOD Population Schema. This means all eligible or authorized TRICARE beneficiaries and DOD individuals can make an appointment to get the COVID-19 vaccine at DOD sites as it becomes available.

April 15, 2021

Projects Test New Approaches to Improve Health Care Quality, Outcomes

TRICARE has more than a half-dozen pilots and demonstration projects underway that offer new and innovative medical services, treatments, and approaches, and that have the potential to become part of its permanent health care coverage.

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 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.”

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.