Newborns, Adoptees Should be in DEERS

Week of October 30, 2006

It is important to register newborns and adoptees in DEERS to establish TRICARE eligibility and avoid potential claims problems. It is important for you to apply for your child's social security number at the Social Security Administration Website at or by calling (800) 772-1213. Once you receive your child's social security number, visit your nearest identification (ID) card-issuing facility to update their DEERS information. For more information on newborn or adoptee DEERS registration, contact your military personnel office, uniformed service ID card-issuing facility, or call (800) 538-9552. A list of ID card facilities is available at www.dmdc.osd.mil/rsl/owa/home. DEERS eligibility information is also available on the TRICARE website.

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