NOVEMBER 20, 2025 - Respiratory illnesses like respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, and flu can spread quickly, especially during the fall and winter months. However, there’s an easy way to reduce your risk of serious illness—get vaccinated. TRICARE covers both RSV and flu immunizations for eligible beneficiaries, helping protect you and your family this season. “Each year, … [Read more...]
New Path to Easier, More Personal Care
NOVEMBER 18, 2025 — Walter Reed National Military Medical Center has launched Walter’s Way, a new approach to patient care designed to make scheduling appointments easier, faster, and more personal for active-duty service members, retirees, and their families. Walter’s Way connects patients directly with onsite staff instead of relying on the Integrated Referral Management … [Read more...]
Preview Your 2026 TRICARE Pharmacy Costs
NOVEMBER 14, 2025 - Do you get prescription drugs through the TRICARE Pharmacy Program? You may have new copayments starting Jan. 1, 2026. The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 established TRICARE prescription drug costs. The costs will be in effect through Dec. 31, 2027. “Most beneficiaries will pay $1 to $9 more per copayment for covered drugs they … [Read more...]
TRICARE Open Season Starts Today
NOVEMBER 10, 2025 - Note: TRICARE Open Season isn’t affected by the current lapse in federal appropriations. Open season continues as scheduled from Nov. 10 through Dec. 9. TRICARE Open Season begins today, Nov. 10! Starting today, you have the opportunity to make changes to your TRICARE plan. This year’s open season lasts through Tuesday, Dec. 9. This is your annual chance … [Read more...]
Learn Your 2026 TRICARE Health Plan Costs
NOVEMBER 10, 2025 - As 2025 comes to a close, now is the time to start thinking about your family’s health care options for next year. You should know that your TRICARE health plan costs will change starting Jan. 1, 2026. Depending on your plan, these costs may include enrollment fees, premiums, cost-shares, and copayments. Note: TRICARE costs change each year based on … [Read more...]