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* Retiree Health Care Overview *

As a retiree and sponsor, you should understand that the way you and your dependents experience the TRICARE benefit as "active duty" changes when you retire. Read this to learn the basics of TRICARE in retirement.

Choosing Medicare Part D

Medicare prescription drug coverage is available to beneficiaries with Medicare Part A and/or Part B who choose to enroll in Medicare Part D. Enrollment in a Medicare prescription drug coverage plan began Nov. 15, 2005, and continues through May 15, 2006.

DEERS - Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System

DEERS is a computerized database of military sponsors, families and others worldwide who are entitled under the law to TRICARE benefits. DEERS registration is required for TRICARE eligibility.

Health Benefits for Retirees in Federal Medical Facilities

Retired members shall, upon request, be provided any type of health care in uniformed services facilities that is provided active duty members, subject to the availability of space and facilities.

Hospital Insurance Benefits

Hospital insurance helps to pay for the costs of inpatient care, i.e. when you stay overnight at the hospital. Learn about the costs to you here.

Supplemental Insurance

If you receive medical care outside the military system, and you don't have any other health insurance (or a supplemental policy) to help pay your cost-shares or co-payments, you'll be facing out-of-pocket expenses. Read about what to do and which questions to ask here.

TRDP (TRICARE Retiree Dental Program): Overview

The TRICARE Retiree Dental Program (TRDP) was authorized by Congress in 1997 to provide a basic dental program for Uniformed Services retirees and their family members. Learn about who is eligible and how to enroll here.

TRDP: Coverage

This page provides TRDP Coverage rates and information about monthly premiums.

TRDP: More About the Program

Uniformed services retirees and their families are encouraged to check into the TRICARE Retiree Dental Program (TRDP). Get a grasp of the program and procedures here.

TRICARE - Patient Safety

Get the quick facts on TRICARE Patient Safety policies.

TRICARE - Patient Care Prioritization

Learn about priority of treatment at Military Treatment Facilities (MTF).

TRICARE and Medicare

Medicare-eligible uniformed services retirees, their spouses, and survivors who are age 65 and over are now entitled to expanded health-care benefits. Learn exactly who is eligible and how to take advantage of these benefits here.

TRICARE For Life

TRICARE For Life offers expanded medical coverage for military retirees and veterans. See if you are eligible and learn more about your benefits here.

TRICARE Senior Pharmacy Program

If you have senior beneficiaries, they may be eligible for low-cost medications through the TRICARE Senior Pharmacy Program. Find out here.

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