Jan. 6, 2025

Live in the West Region? Provide Your Payment Information to TriWest Now

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Do you currently live in the West Region? Or, do you live in one of the six states that moved to the West Region on Jan. 1? If you pay for your TRICARE coverage using a bank electronic funds transfer, credit card, or debit card, you must now securely give your recurring payment information to the West Region contractor, TriWest Healthcare Alliance.

Dec. 31, 2024

Unlock Your Health Through the MHS Nurse Advice Line

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Do you know what to do when you or a family member feel sick, but it’s outside of business hours or it’s the weekend? TRICARE has a service called the Military Health System Nurse Advice Line that can help when you need healthcare guidance.

Dec. 23, 2024

Preview Four Changes Coming to TRICARE in 2025

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — With the end of the year approaching, it’s a good time to consider your family’s healthcare needs for the coming year. As you think about things like scheduling preventive care visits and knowing your 2025 TRICARE costs, you should also note some changes coming to TRICARE in 2025.

Dec. 20, 2024

Get Vaccinated With TRICARE: RSV Immunizations Offer Protection for High-Risk Individuals

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Respiratory syncytial virus is a common but potentially dangerous respiratory illness. Immunizations are available to protect TRICARE beneficiaries who are considered high risk from RSV infection. These immunizations help protect older adults and newborns, who face higher risks from respiratory illness.

Dec. 19, 2024

Reminder: New TRICARE Regional Contracts in the U.S. in 2025

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Changes are coming to TRICARE’s regional contracts Jan. 1, 2025. These changes will affect you if you live in the U.S. The key to a smooth transition is to take a few simple steps now, before the end of the year.

Dec. 17, 2024

New Prescription Refill System Coming to Military Pharmacies: What To Know

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Do you get your prescriptions at a military pharmacy in the U.S.? You should know that the Defense Health Agency is upgrading to a new prescription refill system at military pharmacies. The new Interactive Voice Response system will help standardize refill notices.

Dec. 11, 2024

Check the TRICARE Network Provider Directories Ahead of 2025

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — If you get care outside of a military hospital or clinic, it’s important to understand your civilian provider options. TRICARE’s new regional contracts, which begin Jan. 1, 2025, will affect the TRICARE provider networks in the U.S. You’re now able to check the network provider directories for both the East Region and West Region.

Dec. 5, 2024

TRICARE Open Season Ends Dec. 10: Your Last Chance To Update Health Coverage for 2025

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — Time is running out to review and update your TRICARE health plan for 2025. TRICARE Open Season ends Tuesday, Dec. 10, marking your last day to enroll in a new plan or make changes to your health coverage.

Dec. 3, 2024

Reminder: TRICARE Regions Are Changing Jan. 1, 2025

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — There will be changes to the TRICARE regions in the U.S. on Jan. 1, 2025. While there will still be two TRICARE regions, six states currently in the East Region will move to the West Region. There are also some zip codes in four of these states that will be exceptions to the region changes.

Nov. 27, 2024

DHA Hospitals Honored for Surgical Excellence

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — The American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program has recognized three Defense Health Agency hospitals for their outstanding surgical care.