Health Care 152 For Life or the US Family Health Plan. Contracts are expected to improve quality and access for beneficiaries in the U.S. through enhanced Referral management and access to Specialty Care. This also means care access will run smoother for those moving between regions. Check TRICARE West and East Region Provider Directories to confirm which providers are in your network. Stay On Top Of T-5 Contract Changes: • Checking Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting Systems (DEERS) at Tricare.mil/DEERS and confirming your information is current to prevent missing important communications about your TRICARE benefits and upcoming changes • Keeping an eye on the Contract Transition FAQs web page, where you will find answers to commonly asked questions about the transition • Staying in the know about updates by signing up for TRICARE email alerts and newsletter • Verify Your Network Providers. With contractor changes under T-5, your doctor or specialist may no longer be in-network. Call ahead or use the provider search tool to confirm. • Ask Your Base TRICARE Office for Guidance. Installation TRICARE or beneficiary support offices can help answer questions specific to your situation. • Use the Plan Comparison Tool. Use the plan comparison tool on the TRICARE website to review your options, especially if you’re considering switching plans or providers. SPECIALTY CARE PROVISIONS During the early phase of this T-5 transition, you may already have existing “Referrals”. A Referral is when your Primary Care Manager (PCM) sends you to another provider to receive necessary medical treatment that your PCM cannot provide. If you have TRICARE Prime, you will need referrals for Specialty Care.
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