Live in the West Region? There is now a referral approval waiver in place through March 31, 2025. Learn More
Also, you have until Feb. 28 to set up your payment info if you pay by EFT, credit card, or debit card. This is for TRICARE Prime, TRICARE Select, TYA, TRS, and TRR plans. If you miss this deadline, you will be disenrolled back to Jan. 1. Visit www.tricare.mil/west today.
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TRICARE West Region Contractor Transition: What ...

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Feb. 06, 2025
On Jan. 1, TRICARE began delivering health care under its new regional contracts. This means that TriWest...
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TRICARE Pharmacy Network Expands With Addition o...

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Feb. 06, 2025
On Feb. 5, the Kroger Family of Pharmacies rejoined the TRICARE Pharmacy Program network. This means that...
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New TRICARE Dental Program Contract Brings Updat...

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Jan. 30, 2025
A new TRICARE Dental Program contract will bring changes and improvements starting March 1. United Concordia...
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Defense Health Agency Announces TRICARE West Reg...

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Jan. 25, 2025
Are you enrolled in TRICARE Prime? You should know that the Defense Health Agency has waived the requirement...
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TRICARE Online Patient Portal Decommissioning: D...

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Jan. 22, 2025
On April 1, the TRICARE Online Patient Portal will no longer be available. The Department of Defense’s new...
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Act Now! Payment Deadline Extended for West Regi...

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Jan. 21, 2025
The Defense Health Agency has extended the payment deadline for West Region beneficiaries who pay for TRICARE...
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Unlock Your Health Through the MHS Nurse Advice ...

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Jan. 16, 2025
Do you know what to do when you or a family member feels sick, but it’s outside of business hours or it’s the...
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Check Out the Updated TRICARE Publications Suite

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Jan. 14, 2025
Are you looking for the latest details about your TRICARE health plan? TRICARE has updated its entire...
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Heart Health: BAMC incorporates lifestyle medicine into cardiac rehab program

April 4, 2024

Look After Your Heart With Help From TRICARE

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Keeping your heart healthy is important at every age. Catching heart disease early gives you the best chance for treatment to work well—and TRICARE makes it easy to get the preventive care you need.

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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 28, 2024

Q&A: How TRICARE Covers Durable Medical Equipment

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — TRICARE covers a range of DME, so you and your family can make the most of this equipment if you need it.

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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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March 15, 2024

New Feature of MHS GENESIS Patient Portal Allows Prescription Refills

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — The Defense Health Agency has launched a new feature that lets you request prescription refills through MHS GENESIS.

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March 12, 2024

Maintaining Your Military Health Records Overseas

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — No matter where you live, it’s important for your electronic health record to be complete and up to date. For TRICARE Prime Overseas and TRICARE Prime Remote Overseas beneficiaries, there are processes that help make this possible.

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March 11, 2024

DOD Amends Assisted Reproductive Services Policy for Severely Ill and Injured Active Duty Service Members

DOD amended its policy covering assisted reproductive technology services to expand access for severely ill and injured active duty service members.

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March 7, 2024

See What’s in Store for the TRICARE Pharmacy Program in 2024

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — The most recent TRICARE pharmacy contract, known as TRICARE Pharmacy 5th Generation (TPharm5), started on Jan. 1, 2023. Since then, you may have experienced some enhancements to how you get your prescription drugs. In 2024, you can continue to expect improved access to pharmacy benefit services through the TRICARE Pharmacy Program.

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Feb. 22, 2024

Change Healthcare Cyberattack Impact on MHS Pharmacy Operations

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — A reported cyberattack on the nation’s largest commercial prescription processor, Change Healthcare, has affected military clinics and hospitals nationwide. On Feb. 21, 2024, Change Healthcare disconnected its systems to protect patient information. This is impacting all military pharmacies worldwide and some retail pharmacies nationally.

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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.