June 4, 2026

Understanding TRICARE deductibles: What you need to know

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Have you ever heard the word "deductible" and wondered what it means? You aren’t alone. Healthcare cost terms can be tricky, but we’re here to make them easy to understand. A deductible is a set amount of money you must pay out of pocket before TRICARE starts to pay for your care. Knowing your deductible is the first step in planning your family's healthcare budget.

May 22, 2026

Maintaining oral health during pregnancy

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Pregnancy brings many changes to your body, and your mouth is no exception. Hormonal shifts, morning sickness, and changes to diet can all affect your oral health. The good news is that dentists can provide safe, effective care throughout your pregnancy.

May 21, 2026

Getting mental healthcare with TRICARE For Life: What you need to know

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your body—and if you have TRICARE For Life, you have coverage that helps you get the care you need, when you need it.

May 19, 2026

Print or digital: Your options for getting TRICARE benefit information

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Keeping up to date with TRICARE health information is part of making the right healthcare choices for both you and your family members. Equally important, however, is how you manage your healthcare communications so you have quick and easy access to important records and information. This includes your explanation of benefits statements, bills, claims correspondence, and more.

May 5, 2026

TRICARE logins transitioning to myAuth in 2026: What you need to know

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — These days, everyone juggles multiple logins for the many services we access online. The Military Health System is making life a little easier by switching to myAuth—a simpler, more streamlined login authentication application across its online platforms.

April 20, 2026

Q&A: How TRICARE covers durable medical equipment

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — You may know someone who uses a wheelchair or walker to get around, or a glucose monitor for their diabetes. These items are just a few of many useful items that TRICARE covers as durable medical equipment. Durable medical equipment is a major part of managing health conditions at home, work, and in daily life, and TRICARE covers a wide range of products.

April 7, 2026

How to manage a third-party liability claim with TRICARE

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Recently injured? Whether it was a car accident or a slip on a wet floor, if someone else is at fault, federal law allows TRICARE to seek payment of your medical costs from that third party. Checking for third-party liability after an accident ensures proper billing coordination, compliance with the law, and that medical costs are covered by whoever is responsible.

April 2, 2026

Understanding the TRICARE claims process

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — When you receive a service, medication, or treatment as part of your TRICARE benefit, filing a claim is the way your provider gets reimbursed for their services. If you pay for services up front, filing a claim is how you get reimbursed. Read more to learn about when you need to file your own claim, how to view claim information, and how you can appeal a denied claim.

March 24, 2026

Learn how to get care at overseas military hospitals or clinics

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Do you need to get care at a military hospital or clinic overseas? How you get care depends on whether you live overseas or if you’re just visiting. This article explains how to get care at an overseas military hospital or clinic in both situations.

March 12, 2026

Easily manage your prescriptions with Express Scripts Pharmacy mobile app

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Life is busy, so it’s important you have the prescriptions you need when you need them. The TRICARE Pharmacy Program, administered by Express Scripts, makes staying on top of your prescription drugs easy. How? Through the free Express Scripts Pharmacy mobile app. The app lets you locate TRICARE retail network pharmacies and securely manage your medications by ordering prescriptions, tracking orders, requesting and canceling refills, and completing other tasks.