There's no sense sugarcoating it: Your TRICARE benefit can be confusing.
Regardless of your plan or your provider, whether you receive care at a military installation or in the private sector, whether you're a regular user or new to the program, you're going to have questions. And MOAA has answers.
Updated every month, MOAA's TRICARE Toolkit provides timely, comprehensive help on issues of importance to your health. Whether it's a look at pricing in time for Open Season, an overview of plan changes and MOAA advocacy efforts after key legislative sessions, or even simple guidance on frequent coverage challenges, MOAA is here for you.
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Comparing TRICARE With Civilian Coverage
Understanding the full cost structure of various plans is critical to preserving your service-earned benefit.
TRICARE Rates for 2024
Get a full cost breakdown, plus links to more online resources.
TRICARE and Chiropractic Coverage
MOAA has fought to expand this benefit, which is standard for health plans in the private sector.
Understanding TRICARE Flu Vaccine Coverage
Peak flu months run from December through March. Prevention begins with an annual vaccine.
Considering a Clinical Trial? What You Should Know
Learn how your coverage works with these trials, and find out what questions you should ask before committing to a study.
Planning for Pharmacy Cost Increases
Get the new costs, and find out what MOAA is doing to protect your health care benefit.
Finding Free Mobile Apps
From pharmacy information to stress-fighting techniques, download the right tools to improve your health.
Traveling With TRICARE
Learn how your benefit works when vacationing (or living) abroad.
Navigating Federal Health Care Benefits
Here’s what you should know if you’re eligible for both TRICARE and the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program.
Using Urgent Care With TRICARE
Learn what’s covered in case a critical health issue arises.
Navigating Your Explanation of Benefits
Find out what to look for in this important piece of TRICARE communication.
Understanding ‘Step Therapy’
MOAA is working to ensure TRICARE beneficiaries can access effective prescription medications safely and efficiently.
Keeping DEERS Updated
Stay on top of this information to ensure you can access the benefits you've earned.
TRICARE Network: Was Your Pharmacy Dropped?
Hundreds of thousands of users are being forced to switch stores. Here's how to navigate the process.
Using TRICARE Prime With Civilian Providers
Depending on where you live, this coverage plan offers three possible options for your care.
TRICARE Coverage for Obesity
Learn about surgical and nonsurgical options, including medication.
Resolving TRICARE Problems
Having trouble, but not sure where to turn? Learn what types of help are available.
Natural Disasters and TRICARE Coverage
Preparing in advance can help mitigate unexpected circumstances.
Your TRICARE Pharmacy Benefits
Here's what you should know about this part of your health benefit, including some cost-saving tips.
Take TRICARE on Your Travels
Know your care options before you take off, set sail, or hit the road.
TRICARE for Guard and Reserve
Get the basics on these sometimes-complicated coverage choices for servicemembers, retirees, and their families.
Hearing Loss Options and Costs
Many veterans suffer from some degree of hearing difficulty. Know your coverage choices.
Medicare Advantage Plans, Explained
Go beyond the advertisments to learn about what these plans could mean for your care.
2022 Retiree TRICARE Prices
Get a full breakdown of Select and Prime fees, copayments, and more (with comparisons to the 2021 costs).
The Shingles Vaccine and TRICARE
TRICARE covers the shingles vaccine two different ways. Our guidance can help you understand which one you want to use.
Should You Supplement TRICARE?
If you and/or your family reach or come close to the TRICARE catastrophic cap every year, you should consider this option.
Aging Out of TRICARE Coverage
Health care options for dependents in their 20s. Get all the details you need.
How TRICARE Is Transforming for You
MOAA works to protect your eroding health care benefit -- work that has yielded results.
TRICARE vs. Civilian Health Care
Dive deep into our cost comparison, and learn how MOAA fights to keep your costs low.