Defense Health Agency
The Defense Health Agency provides health services to approximately 9.5 million beneficiaries, including uniformed service members, military retirees, and their families. The DHA operates one of the nation’s largest health plans, the TRICARE Health Plan, and manages a global network of more than 700 military hospitals, clinics, and dental facilities.
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Sep 24, 2024
Both emergency rooms and urgent care clinics can help you with a medical issue. But they’re different and serve your needs in different ways. When you or a family member needs medical care quickly, it’s important to know the difference between the two.
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Sep 20, 2024
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE has extended the date for beneficiaries to receive emergency prescription refills in Louisiana due to Tropical Storm Francine.
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Sep 20, 2024
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in six additional North Carolina counties may now receive emergency prescription refills through Sept. 26, 2024, due to flooding.
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Sep 19, 2024
Did you know that TRICARE publishes quarterly newsletters? The TRICARE Health Matters Newsletter and the TRICARE Dental Program Health Matters Newsletter offer helpful information about your health and dental plans, as well as the latest TRICARE news.
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Sep 18, 2024
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in five North Carolina counties may receive emergency prescription refills now through Sept. 26, 2024, due to flooding.
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Sep 18, 2024
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that temporary prescription refill waivers have been expanded and extended for California due to the Bridge Fire.
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Sep 17, 2024
As a new parent, you have a lot on your mind—but dental insurance for your baby might not be at the top of the list. Don’t worry! The TRICARE Dental Program helps military families by signing up kids at age 1.
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Sep 13, 2024
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency announced that temporary prescription refill waivers have been expanded for California.
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Sep 12, 2024
The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in New York may receive emergency prescription refills now through Sept. 16, 2024, due to Tropical Storm Debby.
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Sep 12, 2024
The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Mississippi may receive emergency prescription refills now through Sept. 20, 2024, due to Hurricane Francine.
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Sep 12, 2024
The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Louisiana may receive emergency prescription refills now through Sept. 19, 2024, due to Tropical Storm Francine.
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Sep 10, 2024
The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Lake County, California, may receive emergency prescription refills now through Sept. 18, 2024, due to the Boyles Fire.
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Sep 10, 2024
The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in Washoe County, Nevada, may receive emergency prescription refills now through Sept. 17, 2024, due to the Davis Fire.
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Sep 10, 2024
Suicidal thoughts can be experienced by anyone and are a serious mental health concern. If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out. Help is available, and TRICARE is here to support you.
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Sep 10, 2024
The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in three Oregon counties may receive emergency prescription refills now through Sept. 17, 2024, due to the Rail Ridge Fire and Shoe Fly Fire.
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Last Updated: December 27, 2023