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Make the most of your TRICARE pharmacy benefit in 2026
January 9, 2026 — The TRICARE Pharmacy Program helps you get the prescription drugs you need in a safe, easy, and affordable way. Express Scripts administers the TRICARE pharmacy benefit and offers tools to help you manage your prescriptions... MORE

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TRICARE-allowable charges and balance billing: What you need to know
January 7, 2026 — You may have heard the terms “allowable charge” and “balance billing.” But what do these terms mean when you have TRICARE? This article explains the different types of TRICARE-authorized providers and what they’re allowed to charge you... MORE

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Have TRICARE For Life? Here's what to do if you move
December 31, 2025 — Are you planning to move soon? Whether you’re moving across town or overseas, TRICARE For Life moves with you. ... MORE

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Getting married? Here’s what you need to know about your TRICARE benefit
December 29, 2025 — Getting married is an exciting milestone in your life! It’s also a time when many changes come along, including changes to your health coverage. Whether you’re a service member, a retiree, or marrying someone who is, it’s important to understand how marriage can affect your TRICARE eligibility and coverage... MORE

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Access virtual mental health care with TRICARE
December 12, 2025 — Did you know that you can get virtual mental health services with TRICARE? These options are a great way to get care when you can’t visit a provider’s office in person. Virtual mental health visits take place through secure technology platforms... MORE

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Getting care through TRICARE’s Active Duty Dental Program
December 12, 2025 — Maintaining dental health is a critical part of overall force readiness. Are you on active duty but live far away from your nearest military dental clinic? Or do you need dental care that your military dental clinic can’t provide? You should know that TRICARE offers the Active Duty Dental Program. This program allows active duty service members to get care through civilian providers under certain circumstances. ... MORE

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How to file claims with TRICARE For Life
December 4, 2025 — If you have TRICARE For Life, you’ll get health care from Medicare providers. There are certain times you may need to file your own claims with WPS Government Services, the TFL contractor. Here’s what you need to know about when to file claims when you have Medicare and TFL... MORE

TRICARE Open Season ends Dec. 9: Last chance to change your health plan for 2026
December 3, 2025 — TRICARE Open Season ends on Tuesday, Dec. 9. Now is the time to review your TRICARE coverage for 2026... MORE

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Review FEDVIP dental and vision coverage during Federal Benefits Open Season
November 25, 2025 — Do you want dental or vision coverage along with your TRICARE health plan? Coverage through the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program may be a good choice for you. Here’s what you need to know about FEDVIP and how to sign up during Federal Benefits Open Season, which runs through Dec. 8 this year... MORE

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TRICARE Open Season 2025: Understanding eligibility
November 20, 2025 — For many TRICARE beneficiaries, TRICARE Open Season is the annual period when you can enroll in or change your health care plan for the following year. This year, TRICARE Open Season began Nov. 10 and ends Dec. 9. Changes you make during open season are effective on Jan. 1, 2026. Keep reading to learn if you're eligible to make changes to your plan during open season... MORE

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Get your RSV and flu immunizations with TRICARE
November 18, 2025 — Respiratory illnesses like respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, and flu can spread quickly, especially during the fall and winter months. However, there’s an easy way to reduce your risk of serious illness — get vaccinated. TRICARE covers both RSV and flu immunizations for eligible beneficiaries, helping protect you and your family this season... MORE

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Preview your 2026 TRICARE pharmacy costs
November 13, 2025 — Do you get prescription drugs through the TRICARE Pharmacy Program? You may have new copayments starting Jan. 1, 2026... MORE

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TRICARE Open Season began Nov. 10: Learn if you should take action
November 13, 2025 — TRICARE Open Season began Nov. 10. You now have the opportunity to make changes to your TRICARE plan. This year’s open season lasts through Tuesday, Dec. 9. This is your annual chance to sign up for a health plan or change your coverage. Any changes you make will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2026. ... MORE

National Guard or Reserve? Learn what to do if you need line of duty care
September 26, 2025 — Are you a member of the National Guard or Reserve? If so, it’s important to know how TRICARE covers you if you become sick or are injured while activated for 30 days or less. This article explores how, where, and under what circumstances National Guard and Reserve members can get line of duty care... MORE

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Learn how TRICARE can help you manage chronic health conditions
September 23, 2025 — Living with a chronic health condition can feel hard. But you don’t have to do it alone. TRICARE offers programs and coverage to help you live better with chronic conditions like asthma, diabetes, heart disease, anxiety, and depression... MORE

Unlock your health With TRICARE Home Health Care and Pharmacy Home Delivery
September 22, 2025 — Is leaving home for care a challenge? TRICARE covers solutions that make it easier to get the care — and drugs — you may need. Your TRICARE plan may cover certain in-home health services and pharmacy home delivery options. This gives you flexibility and convenience in your care... MORE

Unlock your health: How TRICARE can support your child’s mental health
September 18, 2025 — Childhood and teen years can be full of ups and downs. It’s normal for kids to be sad or irritable or to have trouble paying attention or interacting with others at times. But sometimes, these feelings and behaviors are signs that your child could need mental health care. Learn how TRICARE can support your child’s mental health and find tips and resources for supporting your child’s well-being... MORE

TRICARE: Explore available counseling and mental health services
September 11, 2025 — Are you a service member, family member, or survivor? Your TRICARE benefit covers a variety of mental health services. But did you know there are other counseling services available to you? This article explores what services you can access if you need support... MORE

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Q&A: TRICARE For Life coverage of weight loss medications
September 9, 2025 — The Defense Health Agency recently announced it will implement existing regulatory controls regarding TRICARE coverage of weight loss medications, including Glucagon-Like Peptide 1 (GLP-1) drugs, to ensure prescription processing aligns with federal coverage requirements... MORE

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The search is over! Defense Health Agency unveils findDHA — a dynamic, online search tool
September 8, 2025 — The Defense Health Agency launched a new online, interactive tool, findDHA, which allows users to search for DHA locations around the globe. Finding a DHA facility has never been easier... MORE

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