Health Care 144 To provide the most up-to-date information regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, the Military Health System (MHS) has created an all-inclusive information center that is updated regularly. The Department of Defense is following guidance from the White House and coordinating with interagency partners to provide a comprehensive, government-approved list of resources. For COVID-19 updates, visit Health.mil/Military-Health-Topics and click the Health Readiness & Combat Support link. Health.mil is the official website of the Military Health System and Defense Health Agency. COVID-19/TRICARE UPDATES To improve virtual access to health care reforms sparked by the COVID-19 pandemic, TRICARE continues to focus on telehealth policies. To follow are telehealth updates. Also monitor updates at Tricare.mil/About/Changes. • Since July 1, 2022, TRICARE has permanently covered audio-only telemedicine visits. This means everyone including those without access to live, two-way audio and video technology will continue to have access to telehealth services. Contact your TRICARE authorized provider for more details. • Cost-shares and co-payments have been reinstated for TRICARE telehealth services. Telehealth costs are like in-person care costs. Your costs depend on your beneficiary category, health plan and appointment type. Active duty service members (ADSMs) do not pay out-of-pocket costs. Active duty family members (ADFMS) who have a TRICARE Prime plan do not HEALTH CARE For updates on COVID-19 and adjustments being made with TRICARE during the pandemic, visit Tricare.mil/HealthWellness/HealthyLivi ng/Coronavirus/COVID-Vaccine. You’ll find details on Vaccines and other critical topics.
RkJQdWJsaXNoZXIy MTcxMjMwNg==