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Expecting a child? Here’s how TRICARE covers maternity services
April 23, 2024 — Recently learned you’re expecting a baby? Congratulations! TRICARE is here to help you get the care you need during pregnancy. As you get ready to welcome your child, learn more about how TRICARE covers maternity services. ... MORE

Aircrew are now able to voluntarily request to fly through all three trimesters of their pregnancy.

Improving outcomes: How TRICARE covers cancer clinical trials
April 23, 2024 — If you have cancer, clinical trials can offer a path to innovative new treatments and improved care in the future. TRICARE covers participation in cancer clinical trials sponsored by the National Cancer Institute... MORE

BAMC provides new prostate cancer treatment

Going overseas? TRICARE For Life goes with you
April 17, 2024 — Do you have TRICARE For Life? If you live, move, or travel overseas, it’s important to know how your coverage works outside of the U.S. and U.S. territories... MORE

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Power of Prevention: Get cancer screenings with TRICARE
April 10, 2024 — Catching cancer early is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your loved ones from cancer. Routine cancer screening tests can find many common cancers before they cause symptoms... MORE

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Q&A: How TRICARE covers durable medical equipment
April 1, 2024 — TRICARE covers a range of durable medical equipment, so you and your family can make the most of this equipment if you need it... MORE

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The HIPAA Privacy Rule and military health care: What parents of minors need to know
March 25, 2024 — Are you the parent or legal sponsor of a minor child? If so, there are things you should know about what access you have to your child’s health care records and choices. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act Privacy Final Rule protects minors’ privacy concerning their health care choices and treatment... MORE

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New feature of MHS GENESIS Patient Portal allows prescription refills
March 15, 2024 — The Defense Health Agency has launched a new feature that lets you request prescription refills through MHS GENESIS... MORE

Infographic including stick figure typing on laptop and a speech bubble with prescription bottle. Text reads "Military Health System MHS GENESIS - Refills are here!"

Learn about TRICARE pharmacy benefits at March 14 webinar
March 1, 2024 — Are you making the most of your prescription drug coverage? Have you heard about changes to the process for getting specialty drugs? Join us for a webinar, “Using Your TRICARE Pharmacy Benefits,” on Thursday, March 14, from 1 to 2 p.m. ET... MORE

Join our next TRICARE Webinar - Using Your TRICARE Pharmacy Benefits on March 14, 2024 from 1 to 2 p.m. ET.

Preventing TRICARE fraud and abuse Is everyone’s responsibility
February 15, 2024 — 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... MORE

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Headed to the doctor? Bring proof of your TRICARE coverage
February 2, 2024 — Are you preparing for a trip to the doctor’s office or the pharmacy? If so, make sure you have proof of your TRICARE coverage... MORE

The 6th FSS identification card office was named the highest performing Department of the Air Force team for the 2023 fiscal year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Foster)

Explore what TRICARE covers
January 26, 2024 — TRICARE offers comprehensive coverage to help you get and stay healthy. Knowing what’s included in this coverage can help you make the most of your benefit and avoid unexpected costs... MORE

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Four reminders about getting care with TRICARE For Life
January 23, 2024 — Do you have TRICARE For Life? Knowing how Medicare coverage works can help you avoid unexpected costs. Learn about getting care with Medicare and TRICARE For Life... MORE

How TRICARE covers ambulance services
January 18, 2024 — In some emergencies, an ambulance could be the difference between life and death. Fortunately, your TRICARE plan covers ambulance services in these situations. ... MORE

Air Force emergency medical technician stands in front of the back of an ambulance

Mental Health Is Health: Depression and oral health
January 16, 2024 — 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... MORE

Air Force dental technician aims a hand-held x-ray machine at a service member's cheek.

What to know before getting care with your TRICARE plan
January 10, 2024 — Did you or a family member recently enroll in a TRICARE health plan or change plans? Now is a good time to review how to get care with your plan... MORE

Maj. Marcie Hart, 15th Wing Medical Group family nurse practitioner, provides patient care at Joint Base Pearl-Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, May 12, 2021. Family nurse practitioners work in a variety of settings at Air Force bases all over the world ensuring everyone has access to wellness and the treatment they need. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Makensie Cooper)

Ready to quit tobacco? TRICARE has you covered
January 4, 2024 — Although quitting tobacco can be difficult, saying good-bye to cigarettes and chewing tobacco has many health benefits. If you’ve decided to kick the habit, TRICARE covers products and services to help you become tobacco-free... MORE

Going cold turkey trotting…With temperatures hovering in the high 30s and low 40s, the weather accentuated Naval Hospital Bremerton’s annual Turkey Trot 5K run/walk held in conjunction with the Great American Smoke Out, Nov. 16, 2023. That event helped raise awareness – and heart rates - on the hidden dangers associated with using tobacco products. “The GASO Turkey Trot is symbolic in that smoking impairs capacity to engage in aerobic fitness and impedes the ability to meet the Navy’s periodic health assessment goals and expectations. Quitting improves all of that! In fact, quitting and running a 5K [3.1 miles] produce a double benefit from continued tobacco use,” said Patrick Graves, NHB Tobacco Cessation Counselor (Official Navy photo by Douglas H Stutz, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton public affairs officer).

Q&A: How Does TRICARE For Life Work With Medicare?
December 15, 2023 — 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... MORE

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Five things to consider when choosing a TRICARE health plan
December 8, 2023 — It’s important to understand your TRICARE health plan options so you can choose the right coverage for your family. Here are some things to consider when you research your options... MORE

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TRICARE Open Season ends Dec. 12: review your coverage for 2024
December 7, 2023 — Have you reviewed your TRICARE coverage for 2024? Now is the time, because TRICARE Open Season ends Dec. 12. Open season may be your only chance to enroll in TRICARE coverage or change your health plan for 2024... MORE

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Holiday resilience: How TRICARE supports your mental health
November 29, 2023 — For many people, the holiday season brings expectations of joy. But for some, the holidays may be a time of stress, sadness, or isolation. Life events like the deployment of a spouse, the loss of a loved one, and complex family dynamics can affect how we feel during the holiday season... MORE