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New Tricare contracts to start next January, promising better care
New Tricare contracts aim to improve access to health care, clinical quality and patient safety, as well as increase military readiness.
By Karen Jowers
TriWest Healthcare’s $65 billion contract clears protest hurdle
The timeline for the new Tricare contracts to take effect is August 2024, for now.
By Karen Jowers
Can a federal retiree cancel Blue Cross/Blue Shield coverage?
yYu may suspend your FEHB enrollment in order to enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan, TRICARE or CHAMPVA, or Medicaid.
By Reg Jones
DoD pulls back Tricare contract in West Region for ‘corrective action’
It's not known whether the action will affect the timeline for starting the newest iteration of Tricare contracts.
By Karen Jowers
Could Guard troops get free TRICARE? This state might become the first
The state would spend around $5 million per year to reimburse premiums under the plan.
By Davis Winkie
Pentagon awards Tricare contracts worth $136 billion, to start in 2024
TriWest returns as a Tricare contractor, and Humana continues.
By Karen Jowers
About 2,000 independent pharmacies coming back to Tricare
Other pharmacies still have time to rejoin Tricare network, but reimbursement rates are lower in the coming year.
By Karen Jowers
Thousands of pharmacies can rejoin Tricare network after Kroger exits
Many never received a proposed contract for the 2023 retail network, according to the National Community Pharmacists Association.
By Karen Jowers
Tricare fee increases for 2023 revealed
Tricare costs are going up for some, depending on the beneficiary's status.
By Karen Jowers
Tricare and FEDVIP open seasons begin Nov. 14; what you need to know
Tricare open season starts Nov. 14, as well as FEDVIP open season for dental and vision coverage.
By Karen Jowers