I love Tricare - I think it is great insurance. However, there are times when Tricare doesn't cover all your costs, expecially if you are a retiree or using Tricare Standard. As a result, several … [Read more...]
C’mon Folks, Know Your Benefits
April 04, 2013 | KateIf there is one thing that will make me crazy, it is someone who doesn't have any situational awareness. It could be my child, who has zoned out and has no idea that we've just had an entire … [Read more...]
Tricare Pharmacy Co-Pays Increasing
January 30, 2013 | KateI haven't seen a lot of news coverage about this, and Amy Bushatz from SpouseBUZZ said, "Hey, you need to write about the increase in Tricare prescription co-pays." She's absolutely … [Read more...]
News For The Week: 1 October 2012
October 01, 2012 | KateEach week, Military.com puts together a Military Report, a round-up of the top military benefits news for the week. This week's edition has a few items of financial note: Food is a big budget … [Read more...]
Tricare, I Have Questions
November 29, 2011 | KateJust when I think I've figured out this whole Tricare thing, something new happens. And it is usually incomprehensible. Last month, the family was out of our usual Tricare area and got sick. We … [Read more...]
Tricare Data Breach Affects Millions – Check Your Mail
November 19, 2011 | KateAs you may have heard, personally identifying information regarding up to 4.9 million people was stolen from the possession of a Tricare contractor on September 14, 2011. The contractor, Science … [Read more...]
Army Emergency Relief Supports Wounded Soldiers
October 30, 2011 | KateDid you know that Army Emergency Relief (AER) offers $500 grants to soldiers who are medically evacuated from Iraq and Afghanistan? When soldiers are medically evacuated, they usually arrive at … [Read more...]
Ordering Glasses Online: Follow-up
September 17, 2011 | Kate
A few weeks back, I ordered several pairs of glasses from two online eyeglass manufacturers. The price was fabulous: about $70 shipped for four pair, including two sunglasses, vs. the local NEX … [Read more...]
Tricare Changes Prescription Co-Pays
September 14, 2011 | KateEver wondered about the Tricare Prescription Home Delivery Program? Now is a good time to look into this easy way to fill ongoing prescriptions for chronic conditions, because the co-pay on generic … [Read more...]
VA Offers Guidance to Friends and Family
August 24, 2011 | KateThe Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has launched a new program designed to help friends and family of veterans who require assistance getting into the VA medical system. The new program, called … [Read more...]
11 July 2011 Military Report
July 11, 2011 | KateThe Military Report by Military.com is a weekly compilation of news items on everything military, including veterans benefits, education, medical and pay issues. From this week's edition, … [Read more...]
20 June 2011 Military Report
June 20, 2011 | KateThe Military Report is Military.com's weekly round-up of military news. This week's edition includes the following financial information: 2012 Retiree COLA Watch - The Military Officers … [Read more...]
Buying Eyeglasses and Contacts Online
June 09, 2011 | KateOne thing about the military - sometimes you live some crazy places. Plus, every time you move, you have to find all new service providers. Dry cleaners, auto mechanics, and places to buy … [Read more...]
6 June 2011 Military Report
June 06, 2011 | KateFrom the weekly Military Report published by Military.com, financial news on a variety of topics: AF Early Retirement Boards - The Air Force is preparing for upcoming selective … [Read more...]
