DECEMBER 17, 2024 - “A lovely thing about Christmas is that it’s compulsory, like a thunderstorm, and we all go through it together.” — Garrison Keillor Mr. Keillor’s sentiment is shared by many who view the holidays as stressful, but there are some things you can do to keep your mental health in order and enjoy the season. Focus on physical well-beingAccording to Tomekia … [Read more...]
Check the TRICARE Provider Directories Ahead of 2025
DECEMBER 13, 2024 – If you’re getting care outside of a military hospital or clinic, it’s important to understand your civilian provider options. With TRICARE, there are two types of civilian providers: network and non-network. The type of provider you see can determine how much you pay and your process for filing claims. You should know that TRICARE’s new regional … [Read more...]
Take the Scam out of the Holiday Season
DECEMBER 12, 2024 - In early November the Defense Health Agency sent out a cautionary note about a fake website masquerading as DoD’s electronic health record MHS GENESIS. The cyber alert was shared by military treatment facilities like Naval Hospital Bremerton which stated, “If you find any website that reference the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal or other information about MHS … [Read more...]
TRICARE Open Season Ends Dec. 10th
DECEMBER 6, 2024 – Time is running out to review and update your TRICARE health plan for 2025. TRICARE Open Season ends Tuesday, Dec. 10, marking your last day to enroll in a new plan or make changes to your health coverage. This annual period gives you the opportunity to ensure your family has the right healthcare coverage for your needs in the coming year. “If you want to … [Read more...]
TRICARE Regions Are Changing Jan. 1, 2025
DECEMBER 4, 2024 – Jan. 1, 2025, marks the start of health care delivery under TRICARE’s new regional contracts. There will be changes to the TRICARE regions in the U.S. as part of the new contracts. While there will still be two TRICARE regions, six states currently in the East Region (Arkansas, Illinois, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas, Wisconsin) will move to the West Region. … [Read more...]