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TRICARE clarifies who gets vision care and how it’s covered
health2 months ago

TRICARE clarifies who gets vision care and how it’s covered

TRICARE outlines vision coverage and routine eye-exam options for active duty members, National Guard/Reserve, dependents, and retirees, including eligibility for FEDVIP vision plans. Coverage varies by plan and age, and referrals or pre-authorization may be required. Active duty members must have regular eye exams; civilian-provider options exist with referrals for some plans. Glasses or contacts are covered only for specific conditions, and TRICARE encourages checking your plan details and consulting your regional contractor for questions.

via TRICARE Newsroom (.mil)|
#coverage#eye-exams#fedvip
TRICARE Expands Skin-Cancer Screening and Prevention Resources
health3 months ago

TRICARE Expands Skin-Cancer Screening and Prevention Resources

TRICARE covers skin cancer screening as part of its annual Health Promotion and Disease Prevention exams with little to no copay for individuals at risk (family/personal history, high sun exposure, or suspected precursor lesions). The article emphasizes prevention and sun safety—shade, protective clothing, wide-brim hats, UV-blocking sunglasses, and SPF 15+ sunscreen—and teaches the melanoma warning signs (A-B-C-D-E), encouraging patients to schedule yearly TRICARE exams and discuss skin changes with their providers, with CDC/NCI resources referenced.

via TRICARE Newsroom (.mil)|
#health#prevention#screening
TRICARE Contractor Apologizes for OHI Errors Affecting 4 Million Beneficiaries
healthcare3 months ago

TRICARE Contractor Apologizes for OHI Errors Affecting 4 Million Beneficiaries

TriWest Healthcare Alliance apologized to more than 4 million TRICARE beneficiaries for errors in its patient portals that incorrectly showed they had Other Health Insurance, causing claim denials and delays amid the 2025 transition of TRICARE administration to TriWest. The move follows NBC News reporting of ongoing coverage problems and includes a case where a veteran’s cancer treatment was disrupted by denied claims. TriWest says OHI-related denials dropped from 2.3% to 1.3% and pledges further fixes, noting that testing before go-live faced unforeseen challenges acknowledged by the Defense Health Agency.

via NBC News|
#claims-denials#healthcare#ohi-error
TRICARE: Free well-child visits from birth to age six
military-health4 months ago

TRICARE: Free well-child visits from birth to age six

TRICARE covers no-cost well-child visits for children from birth to age six, including newborn care, growth and development checks, screenings, and age-appropriate vaccines per CDC; visits follow a schedule from birth through early childhood, with frequent checkups in the first years; care is delivered by pediatricians or family doctors, with Prime requiring a primary care manager and Select allowing TRICARE-authenticated providers; the goal is preventive care and early detection of health issues.

via TRICARE Newsroom (.mil)|
#military-health#pediatric-care#preventive-care
health5 months ago

TRICARE outlines covered cancer screenings and new Galleri test option

TRICARE explains that cancer screenings are covered based on age, sex, and risk, including breast cancer screenings (mammograms annually for some at-risk groups and MRI for high risk), cervical cancer screening (Pap tests for women 21+ and HPV testing for women 30+ when done with Pap), prostate and testicular exams for men by age/risk, and colorectal screenings from age 45 for average risk. Lung cancer screening with an annual CT is available for high-risk individuals (50–80 with a 20 pack-year history) through network providers. Screenings are generally covered as preventive care with no out-of-pocket costs if you follow plan rules; not all tests are covered (e.g., certain RNA blood/stool tests for colorectal cancer). TRICARE also covers a one-time lifetime GRAIL Galleri blood test via a Laboratory Developed Tests Demonstration, with eligibility, pre-authorization, and other limits. Be attentive to warning signs and discuss screening options with your provider to catch cancer early.

via TRICARE Newsroom (.mil)|
#breast-cancer#cancer-screening#colorectal-cancer
health6 months ago

TRICARE Maps Out Covered Breast Cancer Screenings and Preventive Care

TRICARE explains which breast cancer screenings are covered and how often, including mammograms (typically annually for certain ages or risk factors), breast MRI for high-risk individuals, genetic counseling/testing, and clinical breast exams, and it clarifies the difference between screening and diagnostic tests under preventive care rules.

via TRICARE Newsroom (.mil)|
#breast-cancer#coverage#health
health7 months ago

TRICARE's MHS GENESIS Portal Adds Real-Time Health Results in 2026

Starting Jan. 20, the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal will notify users when new results or notes are available, and you may see lab results, radiology reports, pathology reports, and clinical notes as soon as they enter the system. A banner will indicate if a provider hasn’t reviewed them yet. To receive notifications, verify an active email in your portal settings. Providers will reach out for immediate concerns. This real-time access, mandated by the 21st Century Cures Act, gives patients more control and speeds up informed conversations about care.

via TRICARE Newsroom (.mil)|
#health#mhsgensis#patient-portal
healthcare8 months ago

Feedback Needed for Next Phase of Tricare.mil Services for Military Families

The Defense Health Agency Usability Lab is seeking active duty service members and family, as well as National Guard and Reserve members, to participate in a remote usability study of tricare.mil from Dec. 2025 to Feb. 2026, aiming to improve website navigation, content clarity, and self-service options. Interested participants can email to join by Jan. 30, 2026.

via TRICARE Newsroom (.mil)|
#family-members#healthcare#service-members
TRICARE Offers Updated COVID-19 Vaccines
health1 year ago

TRICARE Offers Updated COVID-19 Vaccines

The 2024–2025 COVID-19 vaccine is now available to TRICARE beneficiaries at no cost through military hospitals, TRICARE retail network pharmacies, and authorized civilian providers. The vaccine is recommended for everyone aged 6 months and older, with additional doses advised for high-risk groups like those over 65 or with weakened immune systems. The updated vaccine targets current virus strains and aims to reduce severe illness. TRICARE also covers flu and RSV vaccines, emphasizing comprehensive protection against multiple viruses.

via TRICARE Newsroom|
#cdc#covid-19#health