Q&A: How TRICARE covers durable medical equipment

FALLS CHURCH, Va. – You may know someone who uses a wheelchair or walker to help increase their mobility. But did you know that these items are just a few of many that TRICARE may cover as durable medical equipment (DME)?  “TRICARE covers a range of DME, so you and your family can make the most of this equipment if you need it,” said Elan Green, chief, Medical Benefits and Reimbursement Branch for the TRICARE Health Plan. “If you have TRICARE For...

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BENEFEDS welcomes Members of the Uniformed Services

The Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP) is the voluntary, enrollee-pay-all dental and vision insurance program available to federal employees and annuitants, certain retired uniformed service members, and active duty family members. FEDVIP is sponsored by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and offers eligible participants a choice between 12 dental and 5 vision carriers.   Live webinar: FEDVIP Dental and Vision Coverage for Retiring Milit...

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Optometrist encourages Veterans to get glaucoma test

Arguably, no one knows the importance of the adage “the eyes are the windows to the soul” better than optometrists. Bay Pines VA optometrist Dr. Daniel Shea also believes that providing eye care is one of the most important ways to support the whole health of Veterans.  Shea joined the Bay Pines VA team nine years ago. He’s experienced mixed levels of assisting Veterans with preventative care as well as helping them manage the conditions they’re alread...

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Preventing TRICARE Fraud and Abuse Is Everyone’s Responsibility

Have you heard the term “health care fraud and abuse” and wondered what it means? Health care fraud and abuse occurs when a person or organization deliberately lies or misleads to gain a benefit they shouldn’t receive. It also happens when health care providers bill for services and products that you don’t need or that don’t meet medical standards. Fraud and abuse also affect TRICARE.  “Most TRICARE providers are honest and ethical, but unfortunately...

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