TRICARE is a health program for:
- Uniformed Service members and their families,
- National Guard/Reserve members
- Includes members of the:
- Army National Guard
- Army Reserve
- Navy Reserve
- Marine Corps Reserve
- Air National Guard
- Air Force Reserve
- U.S. Coast Guard Reserve
- and their families,
- Includes members of the:
- Survivors,
- Former spouses,
- Medal of Honor recipients and their families, and
- Others registered in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS).
Types of Beneficiaries
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Sponsors—active duty, retired and Guard/Reserve members.
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Family members—spouses and children who are registered in DEERS.
Your benefits and plans will vary depending on your beneficiary category.