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TRICARE Open Season ends Dec. 10: Your last chance to update health coverage for 2025
December 5, 2024 — Time is running out to review and update your TRICARE health plan for 2025. TRICARE Open Season ends Tuesday, Dec. 10, marking your last day to enroll in a new plan or make changes to your health coverage... MORE

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Reminder: TRICARE regions are changing Jan. 1, 2025
December 4, 2024 — There will be changes to the TRICARE regions in the U.S. on Jan. 1, 2025. While there will still be two TRICARE regions, six states currently in the East Region will move to the West Region. There are also some ZIP codes in four of these states that will be exceptions to the region changes... MORE

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TRICARE Open Season 2024 begins: Learn if you need to take action
November 13, 2024 — Have you considered changing your family’s TRICARE health plan for 2025? Now is your opportunity: TRICARE Open Season started Nov. 11 and runs through Dec. 10... MORE

Check out your 2025 TRICARE health plan costs
November 7, 2024 — With 2025 just around the corner, you may be starting to consider your family’s health needs for next year. There may be changes to your TRICARE health plan costs starting Jan. 1, 2025. Depending on your plan, these costs may include enrollment fees, premiums, cost-shares, and copayments... MORE

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Your comprehensive TRICARE Open Season checklist: Prepare for Nov. 11
November 5, 2024 — TRICARE Open Season is right around the corner. This year, it runs from Nov. 11 to Dec. 10. Follow this detailed checklist to ensure you’re fully prepared... MORE

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TRICARE Dental Program premiums decrease effective Nov. 1
October 30, 2024 — If you’re enrolled in the TRICARE Dental Program, your TDP monthly premiums will decrease for coverage effective Nov. 1. These new rates will remain in effect until Feb. 28, 2025... MORE

Get ready for TRICARE Open Season and 2025 region changes at Nov. 14 webinar
October 29, 2024 — Are you ready for TRICARE Open Season and the upcoming changes to TRICARE in 2025? Mark your calendar for a TRICARE webinar, “Get Ready for TRICARE Open Season and 2025 Region Changes,” on Thursday, Nov. 14, from 2–3 p.m. ET on Microsoft Teams Live... MORE

Q&A: What to know as TRICARE Open Season begins Nov. 11
October 24, 2024 — TRICARE Open Season begins Monday, Nov. 11 — that’s just a few weeks away. If you’re a TRICARE beneficiary, this is the time when you can enroll in a health plan or change health plans for coverage that starts Jan. 1, 2025. You can make these changes through Tuesday, Dec. 10... MORE

Unlock Your Health by Scheduling a TRICARE Well-Woman Exam
October 22, 2024 — With TRICARE, you have access to a wide range of preventive care specific to your needs. For women, this includes comprehensive services like an annual well-woman exam. ... MORE

TRICARE enrollment freeze and scheduled milConnect and beneficiary web enrollment outage beginning Oct. 25: what to know
October 22, 2024 — It’s almost time for TRICARE Open Season, which begins Nov. 11. That means you should check your information in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System as soon as possible. There will be a global TRICARE enrollment freeze from Oct. 25-27, and limitations to the Beneficiary Web Enrollment self-service portal between Oct. 28 and Dec. 31... MORE

TRICARE Enrollment Freeze Oct. 25-27, 2024

Live in the West Region? Update Your TRICARE payment information with TriWest
October 11, 2024 — Do you currently live in the West Region? Or, do you live in one of the six states (Arkansas, Illinois, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas, Wisconsin) moving to the West Region in 2025? If you pay for your TRICARE coverage via credit card or bank electronic funds transfer, you can now securely give your recurring payment information to the incoming West Region contractor, TriWest Healthcare Alliance... MORE

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Learn how referrals, specialty care will work as new TRICARE contracts start in 2025
October 8, 2024 — Health care delivery under new TRICARE contracts starts on Jan. 1, 2025. These new contracts will improve quality and access for beneficiaries in the United States by enhancing referral management and access to specialty care. Learn more about what to expect starting Jan. 1... MORE

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Unlock your health by understanding how TRICARE For Life works with Medicare
October 4, 2024 — Are you approaching Medicare eligibility? Unlock your health by understanding how TRICARE For Life works with Medicare and plan your coverage effectively, while avoiding out-of-pocket costs... MORE

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Finding the right TRICARE Dental Program dentist after moving
September 27, 2024 — Relocating can be an exciting, but stressful, time. Worrying about your family’s dental needs shouldn’t be part of that stress. Here’s a guide to help you find a dentist and understand the advantages of choosing a network provider with the TRICARE Dental Program... MORE

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Unlock your health by knowing when to get emergency care vs. urgent care
September 24, 2024 — Both emergency rooms and urgent care clinics can help you with a medical issue. But they’re different and serve your needs in different ways. When you or a family member needs medical care quickly, it’s important to know the difference between the two. ... MORE

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Stay in the know with TRICARE newsletters
September 20, 2024 — Did you know that TRICARE publishes quarterly newsletters? The TRICARE Health Matters Newsletter and the TRICARE Dental Program Health Matters Newsletter offer helpful information about your health and dental plans, as well as the latest TRICARE news... MORE

TRICARE Dental Program automatically enrolls kids at age 1
September 17, 2024 — As a new parent, you have a lot on your mind — but dental insurance for your baby might not be at the top of the list. Don’t worry! The TRICARE Dental Program helps military families by signing up kids at age 1... MORE

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TRICARE is your partner in mental health care
September 11, 2024 — Suicidal thoughts can be experienced by anyone and are a serious mental health concern. If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out. Help is available, and TRICARE is here to support you... MORE

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Know how TRICARE regions are changing in 2025
September 2, 2024 — On Jan. 1, 2025, there will be changes to the TRICARE regions in the United States as part of TRICARE's new regional contracts. While there will still be two TRICARE regions, six states currently in the East Region (Arkansas, Illinois, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas, Wisconsin) will move to the West Region... MORE

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Your guide to TRICARE Pharmacy Program terms
August 23, 2024 — Do you have a new prescription you need to fill? Or maybe you’ve been taking the same drug for years. Knowing these TRICARE Pharmacy Program terms can help you get the medications you need at the right price. ... MORE

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