Benefit News

12/11/2025

Access virtual mental health care with TRICARE

FALLS CHURCH, VA, December 11, 2025 - Did you know that you can get virtual mental health services with TRICARE? These options are a great way to get care when you can’t visit a provider’s office in person. Virtual mental health visits take place through secure technology platforms.

12/11/2025

Department of War Releases 2026 Basic Allowance for Housing Rates

WASHINGTON, December 11, 2025 - The basic allowance for housing rates will increase by an average of 4.2 percent, and an estimated $29.9 billion will be paid to approximately one million service members. The new rates will take effect January 1, 2026.

12/10/2025

Continuum of mental health care for warfighters, families: Support is always there for you

FALLS CHURCH, VA, December 10, 2025 - The military provides a continuum of care for service members and families who may face unique mental health challenges coping with daily life. This means the right resource is out there to match warfighters and families to the care they need.

12/09/2025

Getting care through TRICARE’s Active Duty Dental Program

FALLS CHURCH, VA, December 9, 2025 - Maintaining dental health is a critical part of overall force readiness. Are you on active duty but live far away from your nearest military dental clinic? Or do you need dental care that your military dental clinic can’t provide?

12/04/2025

VA makes it easier for women Veterans to access gynecology care

WASHINGTON, December 4, 2025 - The Department of Veterans Affairs today announced that women Veterans can now schedule appointments directly with VA gynecology providers without a referral from a primary care provider.

12/04/2025

How to file claims with TRICARE For Life

FALLS CHURCH, VA, December 4, 2025 - If you have TRICARE For Life, you’ll get health care from Medicare providers. There are certain times you may need to file your own claims with WPS Government Services, the TFL contractor. Here’s what you need to know about when to file claims when you have Medicare and TFL.