Who is eligible for Tricare?

Eligibility for Tricare extends to various groups affiliated with the military. Primarily, it includes active duty service members, which encompasses those serving in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard. In addition to active duty personnel, individuals who are members of the Reserve components, including the Army Reserve, Naval Reserve, Air Force Reserve, and Marine Corps Reserve, may also be eligible for Tricare benefits, specifically when they are called to active duty. Tricare also covers family members of service members. This includes spouses and children of active duty service members and certain veterans who were retired from active service. Eligible family members may access a variety of Tricare plans depending on the service member's status and the type of Tricare enrollment selected. Furthermore, Tricare for Life is available for military retirees and certain veterans who are Medicare-eligible. Each of these groups has specific criteria and options regarding the Tricare programs available to them. For detailed information about eligibility requirements and plan options, interested individuals might consider visiting the official Tricare website at tricare.mil, where they can find comprehensive information and resources.