Open season applies to you if you’re eligible for or enrolled in a TRICARE Prime plan, a TRICARE Select plan, or the US Family Health Plan, but if you live in the future West Region and pay monthly fees or premiums for your health plan by bank transfer or credit/debit card, you need to take action now to update your payment authorization with TriWest Healthcare Alliance, your new regional contractor.
What’s changing?
Big shifts are coming to TRICARE regions in the new year. Six states will move from the East Region to the West Region on Jan. 1, 2025:
• Arkansas
• Illinois
• Louisiana
• Oklahoma
• Texas
• Wisconsin
Starting Jan. 1, 2025, here’s what you need to know:
• East Region: Humana Military will continue as your regional contractor.
• West Region: TriWest Healthcare Alliance will be the new regional contractor for the West Region, including the six states moving on Jan. 1, 2025.
Not sure which region you’re in now? Check out the TRICARE Regions page to find out.
Important dates to remember
• TRICARE Open Season: Nov. 11–Dec. 10
• Federal Benefits Open Season: Nov. 11–Dec. 9
Remember: TRICARE Open Season is the only time you can change your healthcare coverage. As described in the TRICARE Qualifying Life Events Fact Sheet, the only exception is if you experience a Qualifying Life Event, such as giving birth or getting married.
Don’t miss this opportunity to prepare for these important updates to your healthcare coverage.