February 2007

Sharpen Skills at TRICARE University
Would you like to learn more about your TRICARE benefits in a convenient, interactive way?  Service members and their families can take advantage of "TRICARE University," which includes three complimentary online training courses as part of its curriculum. Learn more about TRICARE basics, TRICARE Reserve Select benefits and more.

Moving? Keep TPR Maternity Costs Low
Getting care for your pregnancy can be a challenge when you live in a remote location, but it can be especially difficult if your sponsor is activated. Before you opt to move closer to home while your spouse is away, find out how you can prevent high costs while waiting for your baby to arrive.

TRICARE For Life: Top 10 FAQ's
If you’re a beneficiary reaching Medicare eligibility status, there’s a lot to prepare for. We’ve compiled a list of important need-to-know tips to ensure your transition is golden.

TAMP: 30-Day Retroactive Enrollment
Moving from civilian life to active duty has become easier for TRICARE beneficiaries. Learn how to maintain Prime status if you or your sponsor has been recalled to active duty.

questionFor questions regarding claims, enrollment, status of authorization/referral or general benefits, please log on to www.triwest.com and click "send a secured message via web mail," as we are unable to address these types of questions from TRICARE to You.


Map Features Local Resources Online 
Military deployments can be highly stressful and emotional events, but you don’t have to go through it alone. TriWest’s online Behavioral Health portal now features an interactive map to help you find local and national resources  available to assist you and your family.

Track Authorizations and Referrals Online
Did you know that www.triwest.com registered users can track the status of authorizations and referrals online? Sponsors may also track the status of authorizations and referrals for their dependent family members, where permissable. Learn more about this important benefit management tool.

In Collections? TriWest Can Help
Navigating a claim out of collections can be frustrating if you don’t know what resources are available, but TriWest is here to help manage the collections process.

Prevention is the Best Medicine
February is National Cancer Prevention month. These cancer-prevention tips can help put you on the path for a long, cancer-free life.

Do You  heart  Your Heart?
Chocolates and conversation candies may get your mind wandering to hearts this February. See what the American Heart Association has to say about choosing foods that are delicious and nutritious in celebration of Heart HealthMonth.


TriWest Healthcare Alliance is a Phoenix-based corporation that partners with the Department of Defense to provide access to cost-effective, high-quality health care for 2.8 million members of America's military family in the 21-state TRICARE West Region, which comprises Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming and western Texas.