March 11, 2025

Get Preventive Health Services With TRICARE

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Your health is about more than just sick visits and medications—it’s also about making choices that keep you feeling your best. Getting routine preventive care can help you stay well and catch problems early. With preventive health services, TRICARE has you covered.

March 6, 2025

Explore Patient Safety Measures at Military Hospitals and Clinics

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Do you get health care at a military hospital or clinic? When you need care, patient safety should never be a concern. You deserve to know how well your military hospital or clinic protects you and your family from preventable harm.

March 4, 2025

Unlock Your Health by Understanding Your TRICARE Explanation of Benefits

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Your TRICARE explanation of benefits is an essential tool for understanding your health claims. An EOB is a statement from your health plan that details what action TRICARE has taken on your claims. Take a moment to understand your EOB, what it means, and what may be required on your part.

Feb. 26, 2025

Learn How TRICARE Covers Laboratory Services and Diagnostic Imaging

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Laboratory services and diagnostic imaging are vital tools for maintaining your health. These tests can help you and your provider catch potential issues early, before they become serious problems. TRICARE covers many of these services, including some as part of your preventive health care benefit.

Feb. 25, 2025

Retiring in 2025? Take Action To Keep Your TRICARE Coverage

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — If you’re getting ready to retire from active duty or the National Guard or Reserve, your goal is likely to make a smooth transition to civilian life. Part of this transition includes your health coverage, and TRICARE is here to help.

Feb. 24, 2025

Act Now! Payment Deadline Extended for West Region Beneficiaries

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — The Defense Health Agency has extended the payment deadline for West Region beneficiaries who pay for TRICARE coverage via bank electronic funds transfer, credit card, or debit card. You now have until Wednesday, April 30 to provide your payment information to TriWest.

Feb. 19, 2025

New Benefit! Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts Now Available for Service Members

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Did you know that you can now save money with a Health Care Flexible Spending Account? If you're an eligible service member, you can sign up for an HCFSA for the first time between March 3 and March 31 at www.fsafeds.gov.

Feb. 11, 2025

Learn How To Get Care From Dental Specialists With the TRICARE Dental Program

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — If you’re a TRICARE Dental Program member, you might need to see different types of dentists for specific tooth and mouth problems. Luckily, the TDP, administered by United Concordia, offers a wide range of specialists in CONUS and OCONUS locations.

Feb. 6, 2025

TRICARE West Region Contractor Transition: What To Know if You Live in the West Region

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — On Jan. 1, TRICARE began delivering health care under its new regional contracts. This means that TriWest Healthcare Alliance is now the contractor for the TRICARE West Region, including six states that moved from the East Region. The Defense Health Agency is aware that some West Region beneficiaries have experienced challenges since Jan. 1. Together, the DHA and TriWest are actively implementing strategies to address these concerns.

Feb. 6, 2025

TRICARE Pharmacy Network Expands With Addition of Kroger Pharmacies

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — On Feb. 5, the Kroger Family of Pharmacies rejoined the TRICARE Pharmacy Program network. This means that TRICARE beneficiaries now have access to over 2,200 additional network pharmacies across 35 states.