JULY 9, 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. The first thing you should do is register your child in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System. “Your child can’t have a TRICARE plan until you’ve added them … [Read more...]
Extraordinary Savings Coming to the Exchange
JULY 8, 2025 – Xtra Deal Days are coming to the Army & Air Force Exchange Service July 8-10 with exclusive discounts on name-brand electronics, clothing, beauty, home essentials and more. Special savings will be available in-store and at ShopMyExchange.com. Shoppers can: Save up to $600 on Samsung and LG 4K Smart TVs, including the LG B5 OLED Smart TV, 77” at $2,199 … [Read more...]
Learn When To Get Different Types of Health Care
JULY 2, 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. “The right care at the right place at the right time—that’s the goal,” said Jeannine Pickrell, M.S., RN, director for TRICARE … [Read more...]
Access Your Referrals Faster with TriWest
JULY 1, 2025 - TRICARE beneficiaries on Fort Leavenworth and surrounding communities are now able to access their specialty care referrals and authorizations faster and more efficiently through the TriWest Patient Portal. This change, recently implemented, streamlines the referral process for beneficiaries needing care off-post for services not offered at Munson Army Health … [Read more...]
Unlock Your Health as You Approach Medicare
JUNE 28, 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. “Signing up for Medicare three or four … [Read more...]