The transition from active duty or the National Guard to retirement can be a significant life change, and it’s essential to know how to keep your TRICARE health plan. On May 23, at 4 p.m. ET, TRICARE is hosting a webinar called “TRICARE Options in Retirement” that will guide you through the process of maintaining your coverage.
The webinar will cover everything from new health plan options to vision and dental coverage choices. Zelly Zim, a senior analyst with TRICARE Policy and Programs at the Defense Health Agency, emphasizes the importance of understanding your options: “Knowing what to do to keep your TRICARE coverage when you retire is critical,” she says. “This webinar will provide you with all the information you need.”
According to the TRICARE Retiring from Active Duty Brochure and TRICARE Retiring from the National Guard or Reserve Brochure, there are some changes you can expect after retiring. In addition to new health plan options, you’ll have new choices for vision and dental coverage. Both retiring from active duty and retiring from the National Guard or Reserve at age 60 are considered TRICARE Qualifying Life Events (QLEs). When you have a QLE, you have 90 days to make any changes to your TRICARE health plan enrollment.
Attending this webinar on May 23 is an excellent opportunity to learn more about your post-retirement health care benefits. To join via Microsoft Teams Live, simply log in a few minutes before start time. You can also sign up for email updates by visiting TRICARE Subscriptions and creating your personalized profile. Don’t miss out on this valuable resource!
