SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 - The Defense Department is adjusting how much service members pay in child care fees for the 2023-2024 school year to reduce the burden on lower income families and meet the intent of Executive Order 14095. Executive Order 14095, "Increasing Access to High-Quality Care and Supporting Caregivers," signed April 18, 2023, directs the DOD to improve the … [Read more...]
TRICARE Tips to Protect Your Teeth in a Dental Emergency
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 – When it comes to medical emergencies, your dental health may not be the first thing that comes to mind. But dental emergencies do happen, and they can happen anywhere, at any time. Fortunately, the TRICARE Dental Program (TDP) covers emergency dental care. As noted in the TRICARE Dental Program Handbook, you’ll pay no cost-share for emergency dental … [Read more...]
2023 NFL Season, College Football, and More on AFN
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023 - The Defense Media Activity (DMA) and the American Forces Network (AFN) invites its overseas audiences to enjoy the National Football League's 2023 football season. AFN will provide live game coverage through the playoffs and Super Bowl LVIII. With the generous support of the National Football League (NFL), AFN will air full coverage of the NFL's regular … [Read more...]
Copayments, Cost-Shares, and Other TRICARE Costs You Should Know
AUGUST 30, 2023 - When it comes to health care costs, “copayment,” “cost-share,” and “deductible” are terms you might hear a lot. But what do these terms mean, and how might they affect you? Copayments, cost-shares, and annual deductibles are types of out-of-pocket costs you may pay to get covered health services and prescription drugs. A copayment is a fixed dollar … [Read more...]
DoD Changes Special Leave Accrual Policy for Service Members
AUGUST 28, 2023 - Last week, the Department of Defense (DoD) announced changes to the special leave accrual (SLA) policy for service members. The DoD Instruction 1327.06, "Leave and Liberty Policy and Procedures," was reissued incorporating change five to implement the provisions of section 701 of title 10 United States Code (U.S.C.) that was revised by section 632 of the … [Read more...]