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TRICARE expands childbirth, breastfeeding benefits for expecting parents
April 5, 2022 — Are you an expecting parent? Are you thinking of having a child? TRICARE is now providing more options to those who are planning to expand their family... MORE

Getting TRICARE coverage for your new child
March 22, 2022 — Welcoming a new child into the family is a joyous event. But there’s also much to do, and much to learn, especially for first-time parents. How will you handle your new child’s health care coverage? As a TRICARE beneficiary, what’s the best way to extend your coverage to your baby?... MORE

Winter safety tips to stay safe and healthy
February 18, 2022 — Winter can be a hazardous time of year, and we still have more than a month left before it’s finished. Frigid temperatures and slick roads can be dangerous. Being prepared and knowing your TRICARE health care options will help you and your family remain safe this winter. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides a number of winter safety tips to help you prepare for freezing temperatures and prevent injuries and illness... MORE

Is Your DEERS Information Up to Date?
February 16, 2022 — When is the last time you checked to see if your information in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System, or DEERS, is up to date? If it’s been a while, take time to log in to DEERS and review your information. Keeping information on you and your family current in DEERS is important. Inaccurate information in the DEERS database could prevent you from being able to use your TRICARE benefits properly... MORE

How to get urgent care under your TRICARE health plan
January 18, 2022 — Do you have an injury or illness that isn’t quite serious enough for a trip to the emergency room? This might be the right time to go to an urgent care center. Most TRICARE beneficiaries can go to an urgent care center whenever they need to. You just want to be sure to check out and follow the urgent care rules for your health plan... MORE

San Antonio Market: Telemedicine options
January 13, 2022 — On Jan. 22, 2022, our existing record AHLTA, will be turned off and our new record MHS Genesis will be turned on. Rest assured that none of your existing medical information will disappear. ... MORE

Need help finding a TRICARE network provider?
January 12, 2022 — The new year has begun. It’s a great time to renew focus on your health. Did you put off seeing a doctor in 2021? If so, now is your time to act. Regular checkups are critical to screening for diseases and preventing future health problems and TRICARE is here to help you find the right doctor... MORE

In the National Guard or Reserve? Learn about your health care options
December 29, 2021 — Are you a National Guard or Reserve member? Check out the TRICARE Choices for National Guard and Reserve Handbook... MORE

Act Now: TRICARE Open Season ends Dec. 13
December 9, 2021 — Did you know TRICARE Open Season ends on Monday, Dec. 13? This is your last opportunity, if you so choose, to enroll in or change your health plan. Any changes you make to your coverage during open season will take effect Jan. 1, 2022... MORE

Review your TRICARE health plan costs for 2022
November 9, 2021 — The New Year is almost here. This means annual cost changes for most TRICARE health plans, starting Jan. 1, 2022. Cost changes reflect decisions made by Congress, cost-of-living adjustments, changes to the cost of health care services and drugs, and more... MORE

Changes coming to TRICARE retail network pharmacies
November 4, 2021 — There are changes coming soon to the TRICARE retail pharmacy network. Starting Dec. 15, 2021, CVS Pharmacy will join the TRICARE network. At the same time, Walmart, Sam’s Club, and some community pharmacies will leave the network... MORE

TRICARE pharmacy copayment increases Jan. 1, 2022
October 27, 2021 — Starting Jan. 1, 2022, copayments will increase for those using the TRICARE mail-order program or utilizing the retail network. These costs changes won’t affect all beneficiaries... MORE

Annual TRICARE open season begins Nov. 8
October 26, 2021 — TRICARE open season is an annual period when you can enroll in or change health plans for the next year. Now is the time to think through whether you or your family members want to make changes to your current health, dental, and vision plan coverage... MORE

Register to join Nov. 4 webinar on TRICARE open season
October 22, 2021 — TRICARE Open Season is almost here, so get ready. Starting Nov. 8, you have a chance to make changes to your TRICARE health plan for the upcoming plan year. If you have questions about open season, join the TRICARE webinar, “Making the Most of the TRICARE Open Season,” on Nov. 4 at 2 p.m. Central Time to learn about your coverage options for 2022... MORE

Retiring From the Service? Get to Know Your TRICARE Options
September 25, 2021 — If you’re getting ready to retire from active duty or Reserve service, your goal is likely to make a smooth transition to civilian life. TRICARE can help you do that. When you retire from active duty or retire from the National Guard or Reserve, you’ll experience a TRICARE Qualifying Life Event, or QLE... MORE

TRICARE Dental Program covers braces, but does it cover clear aligners?
August 21, 2021 — Are you wondering if you can get clear aligners with the TRICARE Dental Program, or TDP? That’s a common question many TDP enrollees have — and we’ve got the answer for you. The TDP covers 50% of the cost of clear aligners and other orthodontic services up to the lifetime orthodontic maximum of $1,750... MORE

TRICARE autism care demonstration evolves
July 23, 2021 — Do you have a child with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder, or ASD? TRICARE is revamping your access to health and support services. The Defense Health Agency announced the TRICARE Autism Care Demonstration policy changes in late March... MORE

TRICARE and marriage: What to do when getting married
July 13, 2021 — It’s a big moment when you say “I do.” It’s also important for your family health coverage. Spouses of service members are eligible for TRICARE coverage. And getting married is a TRICARE Qualifying Life Event, or QLE. So, what does this mean and what steps do you need to take?... MORE

Got pharmacy questions? Register for July 22 TRICARE webinar
July 8, 2021 — Do you have questions about your prescription coverage, or where to fill your prescription? Do you want to learn how you can save money on your prescriptions, or make managing them easier? Join the “Making Your TRICARE Pharmacy Benefit Work for You” webinar on July 22, from 2-3 p.m. CDT to get your questions answered... MORE

Delivering readiness: The evolution of TRICARE
June 30, 2021 — Ever wonder about the people behind the curtain at TRICARE? Maybe you imagine policy gurus or bureaucrats with little connection to military service. If so, you may be surprised to learn that’s not true... MORE