DoD should review special needs health care programs to ensure they’re helping military families, watchdog saysThe coverage amounts for Tricare ECHO services haven't increased since 2009.By Karen Jowers3 weeks ago
Draft defense bill would halt cuts, closures of military health facilitiesHouse members are seeking to stop the closure or reductions of services at U.S. military hospitals and clinics.By Patricia Kime3 weeks ago
Lawmakers introduce bill to lower drug costs for service members, veteransThe proposal would allow Tricare beneficiaries and VA patients to pay the lowest government-negotiated price for prescription drugs.By Tanya Noury7 weeks ago
Sore throat? Tricare Prime now offers virtual option for urgent careNurses will decide whether the symptoms can be treated virtually, and set up the virtual appointments.By Karen Jowers4 months ago
Health care access a top complaint among troops, top enlisted leaders tell lawmakersA Democratic senator also questioned whether the services are doing everything they can to increase child care slots.By Karen Jowers4 months ago
Military families will see slight increases in Tricare dental premiumsIncreases take effect March 1. By Karen Jowers5 months ago