JANUARY 2, 2026 - Are you planning to move soon? Whether you’re moving across town or overseas, TRICARE For Life moves with you. “TFL provides Medicare-wraparound coverage for TRICARE beneficiaries who have Medicare Part A and Part B, regardless of their age or where they live,” said Anne Breslin, TRICARE For Life Program Manager at the Defense Health Agency. “In the U.S. … [Read more...]
Walter’s Way: Transforming Primary Care
DECEMBER 30, 2025 — When patients call Walter Reed National Military Medical Center’s Primary Care Department, they now have a simplified system. Through Walter’s Way, a new “one-call solution” initiative, patients can reach their care team directly, get advice from a nurse, schedule appointments, and even request prescription renewals, all in one call. “The idea behind … [Read more...]
Getting Married? Know Your TRICARE Benefits
DECEMBER 24, 2025 - Getting married is an exciting milestone in your life! It’s also a time when many changes come along, including changes to your health coverage. Whether you’re a service member, a retiree, or marrying someone who is, it’s important to understand how marriage can affect your TRICARE eligibility and coverage. “There is sometimes a misconception that TRICARE … [Read more...]
TRICARE’s Active Duty Dental Program
DECEMBER 10, 2025 - Maintaining dental health is a critical part of overall force readiness. Are you on active duty but live far away from your nearest military dental clinic? Or do you need dental care that your military dental clinic can’t provide? You should know that TRICARE offers the Active Duty Dental Program. This program allows active duty service members to get … [Read more...]
How To File Claims with TRICARE For Life
DECEMBER 6, 2025 - If you have TRICARE For Life, you’ll get health care from Medicare providers. There are certain times you may need to file your own claims with WPS Government Services, the TFL contractor. Here’s what you need to know about when to file claims when you have Medicare and TFL. “Always prepare to show your Medicare card along with your military ID card at any … [Read more...]