FEBRUARY 26, 2025 – If you’re getting ready to retire from active duty or the National Guard or Reserve, your goal is likely to make a smooth transition to civilian life. Part of this transition includes your health coverage, and TRICARE is here to help. When you retire from active duty or the National Guard or Reserve, you’ll experience a TRICARE Qualifying Life Event. A … [Read more...]
Career Skills Program Bridges Gap
FEBRUARY 25, 2025 – Just two months ago, Jose Roman, a new Army veteran, traded in his combat boots for a keyboard, transitioning from active-duty Soldier to civilian Personnel Automation Systems (PAS) specialist at U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz thanks to the Army's Career Skills Program (CSP). Offered through the Transition Assistance Program (TAP), CSP provides … [Read more...]
How To Get Dental Specialists With TRICARE
FEBRUARY 12, 2025 – If you’re a TRICARE Dental Program member, you might need to see different types of dentists for specific tooth and mouth problems. Luckily, the TDP, administered by United Concordia, offers a wide range of specialists in CONUS and OCONUS locations. To find a specialist near you, check out the Find a Dentist tool on United Concordia’s website. “Before … [Read more...]
TRICARE Pharmacy Network Adds Kroger Pharmacies
FEBRUARY 7, 2025 – On Feb. 5, the Kroger Family of Pharmacies rejoined the TRICARE Pharmacy Program network. This means that TRICARE beneficiaries now have access to over 2,200 additional network pharmacies across 35 states. These pharmacies are in rural, suburban, and urban locations. Kroger Pharmacy is a retail network pharmacy, which means that you’ll pay network pharmacy … [Read more...]
New TRICARE Dental Program Contract in March 2025
JANUARY 31, 2025 – A new TRICARE Dental Program contract will bring changes and improvements starting March 1. United Concordia will continue to administer the TDP. However, they’ll offer new services and lower costs for many members. If you have TDP coverage, you'll see these changes in your February bill for coverage effective March 1. "These changes reflect our commitment … [Read more...]