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Beware of MHS GENESIS scam sites: Learn to protect your health information
February 6, 2026 — If you get care at a military hospital or clinic, the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal is your main tool for managing your care online. Unfortunately, scammers can create fake websites that look like official MHS GENESIS pages. These sites try to trick you into sharing personal or health information... MORE

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CDC issues nationwide health advisory on New World screwworm
February 6, 2026 — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a nationwide Health Alert Network Health Advisory on Jan. 20 to share information about the New World screwworm, or NWS, and the recent increase in animal cases in the Mexican state of Tamaulipas, which shares a border with Texas... MORE

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Check out the new TRICARE Dental Program premiums starting March 1
January 30, 2026 — Are you enrolled in the TRICARE Dental Program? You should know that new premium rates will be in effect March 1, 2026, through Feb. 28, 2027. Take a look and find the premium rate you’ll be paying in the coming coverage year... MORE

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Pharmacy copayments waived for TRICARE Prime Remote enrollees in the US beginning Feb. 28, 2026
January 27, 2026 — Are you an active duty family member enrolled in TRICARE Prime Remote? Do you live in the U.S.? Effective Feb. 28, 2026, you’ll no longer pay a copayment when filling covered prescriptions. This copayment wavier applies to both retail network pharmacies and TRICARE Pharmacy Home Delivery... MORE

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Retirement changes your TRICARE coverage: Learn what to do if you’re retiring in 2026
January 23, 2026 — Are you getting ready to retire from active duty or the National Guard or Reserve? You should know there are some steps to take to ensure your TRICARE coverage continues as you make the transition to civilian life. This article explains what you need to do to keep your TRICARE benefit in retirement... MORE

What are my 2026 TRICARE For Life costs?
January 22, 2026 — Did you know that Medicare Part A and Part B costs change each year on Jan. 1? If you have TRICARE For Life or you’ll become eligible for Medicare this year, now is a good time to review these costs... MORE

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Your safety, your comfort, your choice: Requesting chaperones at military hospitals and clinics
January 22, 2026 — When you get care at a military hospital or clinic, your safety, comfort, and privacy are top priorities. The Defense Health Agency recently published its chaperone policy across all military hospitals and clinics worldwide. You can request a chaperone for any physical exam or medical or dental visit... MORE

Get your health results faster in 2026: Lab and test results immediately available in your MHS GENESIS Patient Portal
January 20, 2026 — Do you get care at a military hospital or clinic? You’ll now be able to access lab results, radiology reports, pathology reports, and clinical notes immediately through the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal... MORE

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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