Nov. 9, 2020

Act Now: TRICARE Open Season Starts Today

TRICARE Open Season begins today, Monday, Nov. 9 and ends Monday, Dec. 14. If you’re enrolled in or eligible for a TRICARE Prime option or TRICARE Select, open season applies to you. This is your chance to enroll in a health plan or change your health plan for next year.

Nov. 9, 2020

Federal Benefits Open Season Starts Today: What this Means for TRICARE Beneficiaries

Are you deciding on a TRICARE health plan for you and your family? Don’t forget to consider your dental and vision needs, too. Enrolling in a Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP) plan may help you get the care you need. And your chance to do so is now during Federal Benefits Open Season, which runs from Nov. 9 to Dec. 14.

Nov. 5, 2020

TRICARE Beneficiaries May Be Eligible for FEDVIP Vision

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — When’s the last time you and your family members had their eyes checked? Maintaining good health and wellness includes eye health. “Even if your eyes feel healthy, you could have a problem and not know it,” according to the National Eye Institute.

Nov. 2, 2020

Need Health Advice? Ask a Nurse 24/7

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — You woke up with a sore throat and a headache. Could it be a mild cold, the flu, or COVID-19? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website can help you understand the differences and similarities between the flu and COVID-19. But when you need advice for any medical concern, TRICARE resources can help.

Oct. 29, 2020

Join Nov. 4 Chat with TRICARE About Open Season

The TRICARE Open Season is almost here. Do you have questions about your health plan options? Not sure if you need to take action? Here’s your chance to plan ahead and get your questions answered. Join TRICARE on Wednesday, Nov. 4 at 3 p.m. ET. The live Q&A session is on the TRICARE Facebook page.

Oct. 29, 2020

Early Detection is Key to Breast Health

Did you know that the most common cancer in American women after skin cancer is breast cancer? According to the National Cancer Institute, “approximately 12.9% of women will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some point during their lifetime.”

Oct. 27, 2020

Protect Your Hearing with TRICARE

10/27/2020 — Do you find it hard to hear your family or friends during conversations? Have you missed hearing a doorbell ring or horn beep? Hearing loss is a common issue caused by noise, aging, heredity, and disease.

Oct. 22, 2020

Make Managing Your TRICARE Prescriptions Easier with Pharmacy App

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Are you looking for a fast and easy way to manage your prescriptions? You can download the Express Scripts® mobile app. This free app offers a convenient way to manage your TRICARE pharmacy benefit when you’re at home or on the go.

Oct. 21, 2020

New Monthly Premiums for TRICARE Young Adult Plans in 2021

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Beginning on Jan. 1, 2021, premiums for TRICARE Young Adult (TYA) coverage will increase. TYA Select will increase by 12.7% and TYA Prime by 22%. These changes reflect the increase in TYA program costs for calendar year 2021.

Oct. 16, 2020

Join Oct. 29 Webinar on TRICARE Open Season

Are you prepared for TRICARE Open Season? Being prepared means knowing what health plans you’re eligible for, what changes you can make, and understanding which plans are best for you and your family. Join the “How to Prepare for TRICARE Open Season” webinar on Oct. 29, from 1 to 2 p.m. ET to learn about open season and your options.