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Understanding the TRICARE claims process

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Apr. 02, 2026
When you receive a service, medication, or treatment as part of your TRICARE benefit, filing a claim is the...
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Q&A: Getting services through TRICARE’s Extended...

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Mar. 31, 2026
Military families can have a wide range of needs—and TRICARE has special programs to serve them. One of these...
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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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June 7, 2024

Clinical Practice Guideline Updated for Service Members and Veterans at Risk for Suicide

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — The suicide risk clinical practice guideline from the Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs has been updated with new evidence-based information for providers and patients.

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May 28, 2024

Recent Graduate? Learn How TRICARE Covers Young Adults

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Did your child recently graduate high school or college? Congratulations! While you help them get ready for their next steps, here's some information about how their health coverage options may change.

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May 15, 2024

Q&A: What To Know as New TRICARE Contracts Begin in 2025

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — New TRICARE contracts, known as T-5, will start on Jan. 1, 2025. The new contracts will improve health care delivery, quality, and access for beneficiaries living in the United States.

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May 8, 2024

Retiring? Get Answers to Your TRICARE Questions at May 23 Webinar

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Are you or your sponsor approaching retirement from active duty or the National Guard or Reserve? On Thursday, May 23, from 4 to 5 p.m. ET, join TRICARE for a webinar about the TRICARE plans available to you in retirement.

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April 25, 2024

National Guard and Reserve Members: Explore Plan Options With This TRICARE Handbook

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Are you a National Guard or Reserve member looking to learn more about your TRICARE plan options? The TRICARE Choices for National Guard and Reserve Handbook is a great place to start.

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April 2, 2024

Check Out the Latest TRICARE Dental Program Newsletter

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — The latest issue of the TRICARE Health Matters Dental Newsletter is now online. It's full of information about the TRICARE Dental Program and oral health.

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March 20, 2024

Get To Know Your TRICARE Options in the U.S.

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Are you new to TRICARE and wondering what your health, dental, and vision coverage options are? If you live in the United States, the TRICARE Choices in the United States Handbook is a great place to start.

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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.

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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.

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Dec. 14, 2023

Q&A: How Does TRICARE For Life Work With Medicare?

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Will you be eligible for Medicare soon? You may have questions about the different parts of Medicare and how they interact with TRICARE For Life.