Whether you’re stepping into the TRICARE health plan for the first time or you’ve been using the plan for decades, this guide will help you find your way through changes in the benefit and health care services for you and your family. See below for the entries in this year’s guide.

You may also be interested in our TRICARE Toolkit (updated monthly).

Premium and Life members have full access to the TRICARE Guide as well as Transitioning Into Medicare and TRICARE For Life, a publication available exclusively to MOAA Premium and Life members. Those members also can download a PDF version of the TRICARE guide at this link. Want to join or upgrade for access? Click here to learn more.

Transitioning Into Military Retirement

Leaving service can mean significant changes in health care options. Plan ahead for your next steps. (Premium and Life member exclusive)

Understanding Medicare and TRICARE For Life

Take these steps before turning 65. (Premium and Life member exclusive)

Interview: TRICARE Director Discusses Program’s Future

Read our exclusive Q&A with Dr. David Krulak on top priorities, the new TRICARE contract, and much more. 

Weight Loss Drugs and TRICARE

What’s covered, under what conditions, and how MOAA works to ensure your coverage keeps up with civilian plans. 

Medicare Advantage Plans: Answering Your Questions

Learn how these coverage options work … and how they partner with your service-earned health benefits. (Premium and Life member exclusive)

Priorities for Your Earned Health Care Benefit

MOAA continues its work to protect your access to world-class care. Here’s how.

Pro Tips for Getting a New DoD ID

Your card is your ticket to an array of benefits. Be sure it’s up to date.

TRICARE Glossary: Terms to Know for Your Health Care 

The ABCs of EOBs, and much more: Let MOAA help you make sense of your earned benefit.