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Q&A: Moving and your TRICARE coverage
May 29, 2024 — As summer approaches and permanent change of station season kicks into high gear, you may be preparing to move to a new duty location. Amid all the packing and planning, it’s important to make sure your TRICARE coverage is ready to move with you. ... MORE

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Mental Health Is Health: How to get mental health care with TRICARE
May 22, 2024 — Staying healthy is more than just taking care of your body. If you’re experiencing symptoms of a mental health concern, TRICARE covers services so you can get the care you need. Using these covered services can help put you on a path to mental and physical wellness... MORE

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Q&A: What to know as new TRICARE contracts begin in 2025
May 20, 2024 — New TRICARE managed care support contracts, known as T-5, will start on Jan. 1, 2025. The new contracts will improve health care delivery, quality, and access for beneficiaries living in the United States. ... MORE

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Retiring? Get answers to your TRICARE questions at May 23 webinar
May 10, 2024 — Are you or your sponsor approaching retirement from active duty or the National Guard or Reserve? On Thursday, May 23, from 4 to 5 p.m. ET, join TRICARE for a webinar about the TRICARE plans available to you in retirement... MORE

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TRICARE and marriage: What you need to know
May 3, 2024 — Getting married is an exciting time in your life. If you’re a new military spouse, there are certain things you need to do to enroll in a TRICARE health plan... MORE

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Age 45 or Older? Screen for colorectal cancer with TRICARE
May 2, 2024 — Colorectal cancer is on the rise in people under 50 in the United States. Recent guidelines state that anyone at average risk for colorectal cancer should start getting screenings at age 45. Getting screened is easy, and TRICARE covers several options for colorectal cancer exams... MORE

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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