MARCH 18, 2026 - Health care costs can feel confusing—but they don’t have to be. TRICARE uses specific terms to describe what you pay and how your benefit works. You may see these terms on your explanation of benefits after getting care. Understanding them helps you plan ahead and avoid unexpected costs. “Knowing your TRICARE cost terms takes the guesswork out of your health … [Read more...]
Manage TRICARE Prescriptions with Mobile App
MARCH 13, 2026 - Life is busy, so it’s important you have the prescriptions you need when you need them. The TRICARE Pharmacy Program, administered by Express Scripts, makes staying on top of your prescription drugs easy. How? Through the free Express Scripts Pharmacy mobile app. The app lets you locate TRICARE retail network pharmacies and securely manage your medications by … [Read more...]
How TRICARE Can Help You Screen for Cancer
MARCH 6, 2026 - Did you know that it’s possible to detect some types of cancer before you show any signs or symptoms? Getting preventive screening tests makes this possible. “Screening tests are a powerful tool for taking care of your health — If you have cancer, finding it early can help make it easier to treat,” said Jeannine Pickrell, MS, RN, director, Population Health, … [Read more...]
Understanding the TRICARE Dental Program
MARCH 4, 2026 - Do you get dental care through the TRICARE Dental Program? If so, you should know the difference between network and non-network dentists and how they affect your costs. Knowing how the TDP works and understanding the difference between network and non-network dentists can help you get care more easily while managing out-of-pocket costs. "Understanding the … [Read more...]
Exploring TRICARE For Life and Family Member Coverage
FEBRUARY 27, 2026 - Maintaining health care coverage through all phases of life supports good health for you and your family members. When you or a family member becomes eligible for TRICARE For Life, you may have questions about how TFL coverage for one person affects TRICARE coverage for other members of your family. “There are several factors that make you eligible for … [Read more...]