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TRICARE Health Matters
Issue 2:2009
A Publication for TRICARE
Prime Beneficiaries
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Although health care may not cross your mind when planning an overseas trip, it is important to understand how TRICARE covers overseas care in the event you require medical attention.
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If you have a child who will soon be ineligible for TRICARE due to his or her age, you may want to look into the Continued Health Care Benefit Program (CHCBP).
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If you will soon be making a stateside permanent change of station (PCS) move, there are several things that you need to consider to ensure that your TRICARE coverage remains intact.
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Of the more than $1 trillion Americans spend every year on health care, the Federal Government estimates that more than $100 billion is lost to fraud and abuse. Yet, in many cases, both can be prevented with your help.
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When your child leaves home for college, his or her health care needs may be covered by one of several TRICARE program options.
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Frequently used telephone numbers and web sites.
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TRICARE Reserve Select Premiums to Decrease
Good news! TRICARE Reserve Select (TRS) beneficiaries will see a significant decrease in their 2009 calendar year monthly premiums. The 2009 monthly TRS premiums are:
- Member only: $47.51
- Member and family: $180.17
If you are leaving active duty but plan to remain in the Selected Reserve, you may purchase TRS coverage unless you are eligible for the Federal Employees Health Benefits program. For more information about qualifying for and purchasing TRS coverage, visit TRICARE's Web Site.
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