Aug. 5, 2021

Explore TRICARE Coverage Options for Your College Student

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Getting ready for college is an exciting time for incoming students and their parents. It’s also a busy time with packing, moving, and checking things off the college list. Something else you and your child may want to put a check mark next to is TRICARE coverage.

July 15, 2021

Old-School Summer Safety Risks: Sun, Water, Insects and Alcohol

Even as concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic begin to fade, the traditional, old-school summer safety issues - like those involving sun, water, insects and alcohol - continue to pose real risks for many military families.

June 2, 2021

Open TRICARE For Life Handbook to Learn How Medicare, TRICARE Work Together

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Will you be turning age 65 soon? Or are you already eligible for Medicare? If you answered yes to either of these questions, you should check out the TRICARE For Life Handbook.

May 11, 2021

How to File Your TRICARE Medical Claims

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Are you getting ready for a doctor’s visit? One of the best ways you can prepare is by understanding your health care costs and if you need to pay anything out of pocket.

May 6, 2021

QLE Fact Sheet: Your Guide for Learning About TRICARE Qualifying Life Events

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Did you know that certain life events may change your TRICARE health plan options? They’re known as Qualifying Life Events (QLEs).

April 20, 2021

Getting TRICARE for Your Newborn Child

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Are you a soon to be parent? Welcoming a new baby can be exciting and nerve-racking at the same time. If this is your first child, you may have questions about doctor visits and health care coverage.

April 15, 2021

Activate Your New TRICARE Prescriptions with Remote Pharmacy Check-In

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Do you get your prescriptions filled at a military pharmacy? If so, make sure you look into Remote Pharmacy Check-In using Q-Anywhere.

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).

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 18, 2021

MHS Nurse Advice Line Available 24/7 to Help You

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — When it comes to staying healthy, TRICARE knows having health and safety resources you can count on matters. Did you know that one of those resources is round-the-clock health care advice? If you ever have health-related questions or concerns, the Military Health System (MHS) Nurse Advice Line is available 24/7 and at no cost to you.