Changes
Learn about recent and upcoming changes to the TRICARE program.
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| Change | Description |
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TRICARE Prime Remote pharmacy copayment waiver (effective Feb. 28, 2026) |
Are you an active duty family member enrolled in TRICARE Prime Remote in the U.S.? Starting on Feb. 28, 2026, you have no copayments for covered drugs filled through TRICARE Pharmacy Home Delivery and TRICARE retail network pharmacies.
Learn more about pharmacy costs. |
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TRICARE Dental Program monthly premiums (effective March 1, 2026) |
TRICARE Dental Program monthly premiums will increase March 1, 2026. These rates will be effective through Feb. 28, 2027. Your monthly premium depends on your sponsor’s status and your type of enrollment. The TRICARE Dental Program is a voluntary dental plan. Coverage is separate from your TRICARE health plan. |
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Extension of National Guard or Reserve survivor benefits (effective Oct. 1, 2025) |
Are you a survivor of non-activated National Guard or Reserve member? Did they have TRICARE Reserve Select coverage at the time of their death? If they died on or after Oct. 1, 2025, you may continue or buy TRS coverage for up to three years. Learn more about TRICARE Reserve Select survivor coverage. |
Last Updated 1/26/2026