As a member of the US Family Health Plan about to turn 65, there are some important things you need to know about your health coverage.
We are here to help you navigate them.
Explore important information and common questions regarding those who are turning 65 and have military health plans.
It depends on when you enrolled in the US Family Health Plan.
If you enrolled in the US Family Health Plan at Martin's Point ON OR AFTER October 1, 2012: You will be disenrolled from the US Family Health Plan. Your disenrollment will be effective on the last day of the month prior to the month you turn 65. TRICARE For Life (TFL) will be your TRICARE® option. You must enroll in Medicare Part B to maintain your TRICARE eligibility. To be covered by TFL, you must enroll in Medicare Part A and Part B (Original Medicare).
If you enrolled in the US Family Health Plan at Martin's Point BEFORE October 1, 2012: You have the option of staying enrolled with the US Family Health Plan or disenrolling and using TRICARE For Life (TFL).
If you are unsure whether you are grandfathered or non-grandfathered, please contact your local Health Benefits Specialist from the list below.
If you are continuing your membership with the US Family Health Plan, you are not required to enroll in Medicare Part B.
However, we strongly recommend you consider enrolling in Medicare Part B as soon as you are eligible for the following reasons: