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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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Feb. 14, 2024

Preventing TRICARE Fraud and Abuse Is Everyone’s Responsibility

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Fraud and abuse can target your TRICARE medical, pharmacy, and dental coverage. If you think someone is committing fraud or abuse related to your TRICARE benefits, you should report it.

The 6th FSS identification card office was named the highest performing Department of the Air Force team for the 2023 fiscal year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Foster)

Feb. 1, 2024

Headed To the Doctor? Bring Proof of Your TRICARE Coverage

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Are you preparing for a trip to the doctor’s office or the pharmacy? If so, make sure you have proof of your TRICARE coverage.

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Jan. 25, 2024

Explore What TRICARE Covers

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — TRICARE offers comprehensive coverage to help you get and stay healthy. Knowing what’s included in this coverage can help you make the most of your benefit and avoid unexpected costs.

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Jan. 23, 2024

4 Reminders About Getting Care With TRICARE For Life

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Do you have TRICARE For Life? Knowing how Medicare coverage works can help you avoid unexpected costs. Learn about getting care with Medicare and TRICARE For Life.

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Jan. 22, 2024

For Service Members, Access to Mental Health Care Streamlined Under Brandon Act

The Brandon Act has greatly simplified and sped up the process of helping service members get mental health treatment if they need it.

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Jan. 17, 2024

How TRICARE Covers Ambulance Services

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — In some emergencies, an ambulance could be the difference between life and death. Fortunately, your TRICARE plan covers ambulance services in these situations.

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Jan. 11, 2024

Mental Health Is Health: Depression and Oral Health

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Depression can cause you to neglect your oral health if you aren’t able to motivate yourself to do daily tasks like brushing your teeth and flossing. See how TRICARE can help your mental and oral health.

Maj. Marcie Hart, 15th Wing Medical Group family nurse practitioner, provides patient care at Joint Base Pearl-Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, May 12, 2021. Family nurse practitioners work in a variety of settings at Air Force bases all over the world ensuring everyone has access to wellness and the treatment they need. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Makensie Cooper)

Jan. 9, 2024

What To Know Before Getting Care With Your TRICARE Plan

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Did you or a family member recently enroll in a TRICARE health plan or change plans? Now is a good time to review how to get care with your plan.

Going cold turkey trotting…With temperatures hovering in the high 30s and low 40s, the weather accentuated Naval Hospital Bremerton’s annual Turkey Trot 5K run/walk held in conjunction with the Great American Smoke Out, Nov. 16, 2023. That event helped raise awareness – and heart rates - on the hidden dangers associated with using tobacco products. “The GASO Turkey Trot is symbolic in that smoking impairs capacity to engage in aerobic fitness and impedes the ability to meet the Navy’s periodic health assessment goals and expectations. Quitting improves all of that! In fact, quitting and running a 5K [3.1 miles] produce a double benefit from continued tobacco use,” said Patrick Graves, NHB Tobacco Cessation Counselor (Official Navy photo by Douglas H Stutz, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton public affairs officer).

Jan. 4, 2024

Ready To Quit Tobacco? TRICARE Has You Covered

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Although quitting tobacco can be difficult, saying good-bye to cigarettes and chewing tobacco has many health benefits. If you’ve decided to kick the habit, TRICARE covers products and services to help you become tobacco-free.

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Dec. 27, 2023

TRICARE 2023 Year in Review: Digital Tools, Demonstration Projects, New Benefits, and More

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — 2023 was a big year for TRICARE. Digital tools, demonstrations, and a strong TRICARE Open Season were just a few of the major stories.