Feb. 23, 2023

Q&A: Getting and Using Referrals With TRICARE

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — You’ve likely heard the term “referral” in connection with health care. But what exactly is a referral—and how do you know if you need one? A referral is when your primary care manager (PCM) or primary care provider sends you to another provider or specialist for care.

Feb. 15, 2023

Make Your Vision a Year-Round Priority

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Vision and eye health are an important part of supporting an overall healthy lifestyle. Here’s an overview of vision coverage for active duty service members, National Guard and Reserve members, retirees, and their eligible family members.

Feb. 1, 2023

Need Dental Coverage? TRICARE Dental Program May Be Right for You

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Are you an active duty family member without dental coverage? Or a National Guard or Reserve member? If yes, the TRICARE Dental Program (TDP) provides dental coverage around the world. And you may be eligible for TDP benefits.

Jan. 24, 2023

Protect Yourself From Respiratory Illness This Winter

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Fevers and sniffles and coughs—oh my! Viruses like COVID-19, flu, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are more common during the winter months. These viruses can cause severe illness in some people, so it’s important to know what to do if you feel under the weather.

Jan. 17, 2023

Update Your Other Health Insurance Info for TRICARE

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — The new year is here, so it’s important to take stock of your family’s overall health plan coverage. This is especially true when it comes to other health insurance (OHI). You may have had OHI last year, but now no longer. Or perhaps you’ve recently gained or changed OHI. In any of these cases, make sure your OHI information with TRICARE is current so your health care claims are processed accurately.

Dec. 28, 2022

Know These TRICARE Basics To Make the Most of Your Plan

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Familiarizing yourself with your health plan is key to making the most of your benefits. Here are some TRICARE basics to be familiar with.

Dec. 22, 2022

Changes to TRICARE Expected in 2024

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — A new TRICARE contract that facilitates beneficiary health care in the civilian sector, known as T-5, is expected to start in 2024. The changes will improve the delivery, quality, and cost of health care services for service members, retirees, and their families.

Dec. 15, 2022

Breast Cancer Reminder: Get Your Annual Screening

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Breast health and annual mammogram screenings should be your top priorities to protect against cancers and are easier than ever to schedule wherever you are.

Dec. 8, 2022

Continued Health Care Benefit Program Premiums Shifting to Calendar Year Cycle

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Do you have health care coverage through the Continued Health Care Benefit Program (CHCBP)? You may have noticed that your current CHCBP premium rate extended this year through Dec. 31. Why? Because the CHCBP premium rate cycle is shifting from the federal government fiscal year (Oct. 1–Sept. 30) to the calendar year (Jan. 1–Dec. 31) next year. This means that every year, any future premium rate changes will go into effect on Jan. 1. The changes will happen automatically—you won’t need to do anything.

Dec. 6, 2022

Choose a TRICARE Health Plan Before Dec. 13 Deadline

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Time is running out to evaluate your 2023 health care coverage. TRICARE Open Season ends on Tuesday, Dec. 13. This is the last day you can make changes to your coverage taking effect Jan. 1.