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Q&A: Getting TRICARE for your newborn baby
July 8, 2025 — Welcoming a new baby to your family is an exciting milestone. Your baby’s health is probably one of your top priorities, so you may be wondering how to get TRICARE coverage for your child. Your child’s date of birth and their sponsor’s status affect what you should do next... MORE

Unlock your health: Learn when to get different types of care
July 1, 2025 — When a health issue comes up, knowing where to go for care can make a big difference. Whether it’s an accident or an illness, TRICARE covers a range of health care services — but the type of care you need determines where you should go... MORE

Unlock your health as you approach Medicare eligibility
June 26, 2025 — Are you approaching the age of 65? Unlock your health by signing up for Medicare as soon as you’re eligible. Medicare Part A and Part B are required to remain eligible for TRICARE, with limited exceptions. Knowing how and when to sign up for Medicare will help you avoid gaps in coverage and late enrollment penalties... MORE

Four ways you can use your TRICARE benefits, stay healthy this summer
June 24, 2025 — What’s on your to-do list this summer? Maybe you’re planning to spend time at the pool, go to a barbecue, or take a vacation. But don’t take a vacation from your health this summer. Here are four suggested ways you can use your TRICARE benefits this summer... MORE

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Getting care while you travel: A TRICARE guide for the U.S. and overseas
June 18, 2025 — Do you have an upcoming trip? TRICARE covers you whether you travel across the country or around the world. Whether you’re heading out for business or taking a family vacation, understanding your coverage options helps you stay prepared for any health issues that might arise... MORE

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Keep an eye on your vision health with TRICARE
June 10, 2025 — About 11 million Americans over age 12 need vision correction, according to the CDC. Do you know if you’re one of them? Getting routine eye exams to monitor your eyesight can help detect and prevent eye diseases early... MORE

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Unlock your health: How to report fraud and abuse with TRICARE
June 5, 2025 — Health care fraud and abuse harms everyone. TRICARE is committed to protecting the health information of service members, retirees, and their family members. You can help by knowing how to spot fraud or abuse — and by reporting it when you see it... MORE

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Your TRICARE checklist for moving
June 3, 2025 — Are you preparing to move to a new location? Now is the best time to make sure your TRICARE benefits are ready to move with you. Here’s a TRICARE checklist to help you prepare for your move and what you may need to do after you get to your new location... MORE

Unlock your health: How to get mental health care with TRICARE
May 30, 2025 — Mental health is a vital part of your overall well-being. Whether you’re having difficulty managing day-to-day stress or navigating more complex challenges, TRICARE offers mental health support when — and where — you need it... MORE

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Learn about TRICARE health plan options for young adults
May 23, 2025 — As graduation season arrives, TRICARE-eligible young adults and their family members should understand how this milestone affects their TRICARE health coverage. Here’s what you need to know about TRICARE health plan options for young adults... MORE

Learn About TRICARE Health Plan Options for Young Adults
May 22, 2025 — As graduation season arrives, TRICARE-eligible young adults and their family members should understand how this milestone affects their TRICARE health coverage. Here’s what you need to know about TRICARE health plan options for young adults... MORE

Getting prior authorizations for TRICARE prescriptions: Your questions answered
May 21, 2025 — When you’re covered by a TRICARE health plan, you also have pharmacy coverage through the TRICARE Pharmacy Program. You should be familiar with certain terms that can help you make the most of your pharmacy benefit, including prior authorization. Prior authorization is a routine process to ensure your prescription drug is medically necessary and cost effective... MORE

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TRICARE Dental Program Offers Comprehensive Care for Children
May 13, 2025 — Did you know that oral health has important links to your overall health? That’s why it’s especially important that children get proper dental care from an early age. This helps them maintain healthy teeth and gums throughout their lives. The TRICARE Dental Program provides dental coverage for eligible children of service members, helping your children access important dental care... MORE

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It’s time to get ‘tick smart’ about Lyme Disease
May 1, 2025 — May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month. Spring is one of the most important times of year to become “tick smart” by learning about the risks ticks pose and how to avoid tick bites... MORE

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Disenrolled from your TRICARE plan in the West Region? Here’s how to reinstate your coverage after April 30
April 29, 2025 — Do you currently live in the TRICARE West Region? Do you pay for your TRICARE coverage using a bank electronic funds transfer, credit card, or debit card? If you haven’t done so already, you must securely provide your payment information to the West Region contractor, TriWest Healthcare Alliance, by April 30. If you haven’t submitted payment to TriWest by April 30, you and your family members will be disenrolled from your TRICARE plan on May 1. This disenrollment is retroactive to your paid-through date... MORE

Want to learn about TRICARE For Life? Check out this handbook
April 24, 2025 — You may be approaching age 65, or you may have a disability or a medical condition that makes you eligible for Medicare and TRICARE For Life before you turn age 65. In either case, you’ll benefit from checking out the TRICARE For Life Handbook... MORE

Unlock your health: Need help with your TRICARE benefit? A beneficiary counseling and assistance coordinator can help
April 21, 2025 — Did you know that military hospitals and clinics have support staff who can help you navigate your TRICARE benefit? These include Beneficiary Counseling and Assistance Coordinators. You can find them at any military hospital or clinic... MORE

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Measles cases on the rise in the U.S.: Recognize the symptoms and protect your family
April 18, 2025 — You may have heard about the ongoing measles outbreak in the U.S. Measles is a highly contagious illness that can cause serious complications. Anyone who isn’t protected against measles can get the illness — and children are especially at risk of getting seriously sick... MORE

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New TRICARE drive time waiver policy makes it easier to keep your primary care manager if you move
April 8, 2025 — Are you moving to a new home? Is it more than a 30-minute drive from your primary care manager? If so, TRICARE is making it simpler to keep your TRICARE Prime coverage. Now, most families who live more than 30 minutes but less than 100 miles from their PCM can continue seeing them without taking action... MORE

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Q&A: Your TRICARE catastrophic cap
April 3, 2025 — You can’t always predict your family’s healthcare needs. But you can know the most you could have to pay for TRICARE covered services. TRICARE calls this your catastrophic cap. Your catastrophic cap limits how much you and your family will pay for TRICARE covered healthcare services each calendar year... MORE

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