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Expecting a baby? Learn about TRICARE’s maternit...

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Mar. 26, 2026
Pregnancy can be an exciting time. But it’s also a highly personal experience. Your maternity care choices can...
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Learn how to get care at overseas military hospi...

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Mar. 24, 2026
Do you need to get care at a military hospital or clinic overseas? How you get care depends on whether you...
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TRICARE cost terms: What you need to know about ...

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Mar. 17, 2026
Health care costs can feel confusing—but they don’t have to be. TRICARE uses specific terms to describe what...
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Set your child up for a lifetime of healthy smiles

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Mar. 13, 2026
Tooth decay is the most common chronic health problem affecting children in the U.S. today. When cavities...
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Coordinating other dental plan insurance with th...

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Mar. 12, 2026
Do you or your spouse have another dental insurance plan in addition to the TRICARE Dental Program? Did you...
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Easily manage your prescriptions with Express Sc...

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Mar. 12, 2026
Life is busy, so it’s important you have the prescriptions you need when you need them. The TRICARE Pharmacy...
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Teledentistry under the TRICARE Dental Program

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Mar. 11, 2026
In our increasingly digital world, health care is evolving, and your dental care is no exception...
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Teaming up for patient safety strengthens milita...

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Mar. 09, 2026
Every day, care teams at military hospitals and clinics work to keep patients safe. Patient safety is...
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Dec. 19, 2024

Reminder: New TRICARE Regional Contracts in the U.S. in 2025

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Changes are coming to TRICARE’s regional contracts Jan. 1, 2025. These changes will affect you if you live in the U.S. The key to a smooth transition is to take a few simple steps now, before the end of the year.

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Dec. 17, 2024

New Prescription Refill System Coming to Military Pharmacies: What To Know

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Do you get your prescriptions at a military pharmacy in the U.S.? You should know that the Defense Health Agency is upgrading to a new prescription refill system at military pharmacies. The new Interactive Voice Response system will help standardize refill notices.

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Dec. 11, 2024

Check the TRICARE Network Provider Directories Ahead of 2025

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — If you get care outside of a military hospital or clinic, it’s important to understand your civilian provider options. TRICARE’s new regional contracts, which begin Jan. 1, 2025, will affect the TRICARE provider networks in the U.S. You’re now able to check the network provider directories for both the East Region and West Region.

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Dec. 5, 2024

TRICARE Open Season Ends Dec. 10: Your Last Chance To Update Health Coverage for 2025

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Time is running out to review and update your TRICARE health plan for 2025. TRICARE Open Season ends Tuesday, Dec. 10, marking your last day to enroll in a new plan or make changes to your health coverage.

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Dec. 3, 2024

Reminder: TRICARE Regions Are Changing Jan. 1, 2025

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — There will be changes to the TRICARE regions in the U.S. on Jan. 1, 2025. While there will still be two TRICARE regions, six states currently in the East Region will move to the West Region. There are also some zip codes in four of these states that will be exceptions to the region changes.

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Nov. 27, 2024

DHA Hospitals Honored for Surgical Excellence

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — The American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program has recognized three Defense Health Agency hospitals for their outstanding surgical care.

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Nov. 26, 2024

TRICARE Open Season: Understanding Who’s Eligible

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — It’s that time of year again—TRICARE Open Season is here. Open season, which began Nov. 11, runs until Dec. 10. During this period, most beneficiaries with TRICARE Prime or TRICARE Select can make changes to their health plan for coverage starting Jan. 1, 2025.

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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.