Get to Know TRICARE

Need to file a claim with TRICARE For Life? It’s important to know when you need to file them and which common mistakes to avoid.

Guest: Samantha Drafall, Operational Analyst, Wisconsin Physicians Service – Military and Veterans Health

Filing a claim through TRICARE For Life? It’s important to know when you need to file them and which common mistakes to avoid.

Guest: Samantha Drafall, Operational Analyst, Wisconsin Physicians Service – Military and Veterans Health

Have questions about the TRICARE pharmacy network changes? On Dec. 15, 2021, some of the participating pharmacies in the retail pharmacy network changed. Learn about those updates, as well as the scheduled 2022 pharmacy copayment changes.

Want to learn more about how Medicare and TRICARE work together? Understanding who pays what, when, and how much can help you avoid surprise costs. Guest: Samantha Dreyfus, Operational Analyst, Wisconsin Physicians Service—Military and Veterans Health.

Are you looking to get the most out of using TRICARE For Life with Medicare? It all starts with knowing what is and isn’t included in your coverage. Guest: Anne Breslin, TRICARE For Life Program Manager, Defense Health Agency.

Are you looking to get the most out of using TRICARE For Life with Medicare? It all starts with knowing what is and isn’t included in your coverage. Guest: Anne Breslin, TRICARE For Life Program Manager, Defense Health Agency.

Are you a TRICARE For Life beneficiary who’s looking for a provider? Check out this episode to learn about provider types and which ones can save you money. Guest: Anne Breslin, TRICARE For Life Program Manager, Defense Health Agency.

To qualify for TRICARE For Life, you only need Medicare Parts A and B. But Medicare offers other options. Tune in to learn more about Medicare Parts A and B—as well as other parts of Medicare, like Parts C and D.
Guest: Lennya Bonivento, Health Systems Analyst, Benefit Education and Research Team, Defense Health Agency

Getting TRICARE For Life coverage starts with having Medicare Part A and Part B. Tune in to find out how you can sign up for Medicare and when your TFL coverage starts. Guest: Lennya Bonivento, Health Systems Analyst, Benefit Education and Research Team, Defense Health Agency

The final episode of the Take Command of Your Health series highlights how you can order your prescriptions through the TRICARE Pharmacy Program.

Guest: U.S. Public Health Service Lieutenant Commander Teisha Robertson, Pharmacy Operations Division, Defense Health Agency

Take Command of Your Health Series

Healthy gums and teeth are key to a healthy smile. Brush up on your oral hygiene and learn more about your TRICARE Dental Program benefits.

Guest: Army Col. Christensen Hsu, Chief, TRICARE Dental Program Section, Defense Health Agency

Take Command Your Health Series

Want to live a healthier lifestyle this year? Quitting tobacco is a step in the right direction. Check out these tips on how to quit tobacco, stay quit, and ways to support loved ones.

Guest: U.S. Public Health Service Capt. Kimberly Elenberg, Chief, Total Force Fitness Branch, Defense Health Agency

New Series: Take Command of Your Health

Have you seen your doctor recently? Tune in for a discussion on why that matters. You can also learn about the preventive services you can get with TRICARE.

Guest: Dr. James Black, Medical Director, Clinical Support Division, Defense Health Agency

We’re making progress against COVID-19. But the fight isn’t over yet. Protect yourself and others by taking precautions and getting the COVID-19 vaccine. Learn about vaccine safety, tools to help you find a vaccination site near you, and more.

Guest: Col. Jennifer Garrison, Department of Defense Operation Planning Team Lead, DoD COVID-19 Vaccine Program

Need to file a claim? Not sure what paperwork you need? The TRICARE 101 series wraps up with everything you need to know about the claims filing process.

When it comes to health care, cost terms, like catastrophic cap, can be confusing. But having a keen understanding of them can prevent unexpected expenses. This episode helps demystify some TRICARE cost terms that may be confusing.

Guest: Lennya Bonivento, Health Systems Analyst, Benefit Education and Research Team, Defense Health Agency

Did you know that finding a doctor with TRICARE is easy? Hear more about health care provider types and how you can get care with your plan.

Guest: Calvin Keller, Health Systems Analyst, Benefit Education and Research Team, Defense Health Agency

Whether you’re new to TRICARE or a longtime beneficiary, it’s never a bad time to learn more about your benefit. Tune in for a refresher on the TRICARE program and your health plan options.

Guest: Calvin Keller, Health Systems Analyst, Benefit Education and Research Team, Defense Health Agency