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    Readers Write 11/23  Nov 23, 2009
    The coming cuts in Medicare will work hardships on the elderly, as more and more physicians refuse to accept patients whose insurance coverage is Medicare and/or Tricare ... It is even more unfair to elderly, retired military personnel whose coverage now consists of Medicare and Tricare for Life ... Tricare for Life is a secondary payer whose coverage is already severely limited, adding extremely little, if anything, to the Medicare payment to physicians and other health care services. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)

    Medicare conference combats confusion over plans  Nov 22, 2009
    TRICARE for Life, 1-877-363-6337. Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System on Supplemental Medigap insurance, (1-800-528-0142). (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)

    Everyone needs single-payer insurance  Nov 18, 2009
    My family and I benefit greatly from a single-payer system, Tricare for military families. It is the reason I am never worried about my two kids, who have chronic asthma. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)

    Bill Would Cause Increase in Medicare Premiums  Nov 18, 2009
    4 billion for nonmilitary physicians who care for patients in Tricare, the health care program serving active duty service members as well as National Guard and Reserve members and their families. "Over the 2011-2019 period, CBO estimates that aggregate Part B premiums would increase by $49 billion," the agency said in a Nov. 4 written estimate of the impact of the legislation. (ABC News -- Wire)

    Callers ask Murtha about abortion, Medicare, 219  Nov 6, 2009
    Seniors from 10,912 homes in the 12th Congressional District received telephone calls from U.S. Rep John Murtha during his fifth telephone town hall meeting. In Somerset County, 2,208 people received the telephone calls. (Somerset Daily American, PA)

    White House Jitters  Nov 1, 2009
    There's been only one health care program in the history of the federal government, from Indian health care to Medicaid to Medicare to Uchampus (ph), Tricare, you name it -- there's only been one health care program that has come in under estimate, and that was the Medicare prescription Part D benefit, the prescription drug benefit, and that's because it's being delivered by private sector and by competition, not by government, and not with the kind of prescription, if you -- if you don't mind... (Fox News)

    GAO upholds Humana's protest of UnitedHealth's $21.8B TRICARE contract  Oct 31, 2009
    8B TRICARE contract - The Business Journal of Milwaukee ... The has upheld a protest by Humana Military Healthcare Services about a multibillion-dollar contract it lost to continue providing health benefits for soldiers and their families under the s TRICARE program ... Humana currently manages the TRICARE South region but lost a bid to continue managing the program to UnitedHealth Military & Veterans Services. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)

    No Guarantees for Senate's "Public Option"  Oct 28, 2009
    Compared to Champus 100000000000000 times better ... Tricare is better than CHAMPUS. That is true. (CBS News)

    Digging for truth about oil, health care  Oct 27, 2009
    In my real-life example, a Melbourne doctor's office billed $675 to Medicare and TRICARE military insurance to consult with a retiree with sinusitis and examine her nose, $75 for the visit and $300 per nostril ... 35 and TRICARE paid $82 ... Assuming Medicare cut fees across-the-board by 25 percent, and TRICARE's payment (25 percent of Medicare's) dropped proportionately, the doctor's office would instead collect $309. (Florida Today)

    Hawaii doctors frustrated by pay setup, AMA chief says  Oct 27, 2009
    He said the payment formula is a big issue for Hawaii doctors because it will affect about 170,000 Medicare patients in Hawaii and 157,000 Tricare beneficiaries ... He said the payment formula is a big issue for Hawaii doctors because it will affect about 170,000 Medicare patients in Hawaii and 157,000 Tricare beneficiaries. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    Comparing facts (20)  Oct 19, 2009
    poyntzc wrote on Oct 15, 2009 8:12 PM:" The only fact I care about in this "Health Care Power Grab" is: I don't want the government running our Health Care System. I don't care that the government already runs Medicare and Medicaid, or TRICare or everything it has its theiving, inept hands on! It's time to put a stop to it now! As far as Ms. Carpenter's comparison of facts: It really does not matter if it's 74% or 54% or 4% of voters like their present plan, we need charities (with some help... (Boerne Star, TX)

    The best insurance may come as a surprise  Oct 18, 2009
    The primary insurer is Medicare, and the secondary is Tricare. Medicare is managed by the Social Security Administration, and Tricare by the Department of Defense. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)

    Supports public option  Oct 17, 2009
    Then for 20 years my health care was provided by the Department of Defense-run and funded Tricare system ... Under Tricare and Medicare, I have been able to select my providers and have paid very little out of pocket. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)

    Click to read:No Debating Congress' Lavish Health Care  Oct 14, 2009
    If the GOP really believes in the free market, then every Republican Congressmen must cancel all of their government-financed medical plans, including Medicare an TRICARE, and buy their insurance from the free market and pay for it out of their own pockets. If they get excluded because of pre-existing conditions, or if they find that their insurance carrier cancels their policies the moment they get sick, well then they will find out first hand what millions of Americans face. (CBS News)

    Health care panel draws crowd  Oct 14, 2009
    Another questioner asked why wouldnt the government use Medicare or TRICARE, a health care system that covers military retirees and their families, as a basis for creating a nationalized system. The people who are entitled to TRICARE, Platts said, had earned it by wearing the countrys military uniform. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)

    Humana creates new military health benefit  Oct 10, 2009
    Humana Military Healthcare Services has rolled out a new benefit for TRICARE customers in the South Region. Families of soldiers who are enrolled in the Department of Defense s TRICARE military insurance program will now have access to a Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Management Program ... Humana Military has been a health plan administration for the Department of Defense s TRICARE program since July 1, 1996. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)

    Health care bills tackle gender gap in coverage  Oct 5, 2009
    Note: Other includes Medicare, TRICARE and other sources ... Note: Other includes Medicare, TRICARE and other sources. (USA Today -- Money)

    They dont even know what already exists for health careWhy should we trust politicians and government administrators with a new program?  Oct 4, 2009
    To take it one step further, Tricare is a government health-care program for the military retirees. Second, many clinics receive federal grants monies that don t need to be paid back to cover the indigent and provide those with some income medical care on a sliding scale fee. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)

    Military Update: 'Small' inpatient fee hike of 21% seen as broken promise  Oct 3, 2009
    Defense health officials didnt do the Obama administration any favor Wednesday when they announced a small increase in the daily fee that military retirees under 65, their families and covered survivors must pay for inpatient care in civilian hospitals under TRICARE Standard that starting Thursday ... TRICARE Standard is the militarys fee-for-service insurance option ... This shocking announcement is extremely disappointing, given your public assurances earlier this year that the... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)

    TRICARE offers options for beneficiaries struggling with weight  Oct 1, 2009
    - TRICARE beneficiaries whose weight poses a serious health risk have surgical alternatives available to them. For those who medically qualify, TRICARE covers gastric bypass, gastric stapling and gastroplasty procedures including vertical banded gastroplasty and laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding, commonly known as Lap-Band surgery ... For a TRICARE beneficiary to medically qualify he or she must weigh 100 pounds or more over their ideal weight for height and bone structure, and the excess... (The Dolphin, CT)

    Roberts: Transparency in Prescription Drug Benefit Fees Is Key to Lowering Health Care Costs  Sep 30, 2009
    67 billion in savings by negotiating drug discounts on its own instead of using a PBM for the 9 million individuals covered by the TRICARE program ... Government Programs Using Transparent PBMs: Medicare Part D Medicaid TRICARE/DOD. (Roll Call)

    Too Many Unnecessary MRIs and CT Scans?  Sep 25, 2009
    Too Many Unnecessary MRIs and CT Scans. - CBS Evening News - CBS News. (CBS News)

    Watch how they vote  Sep 24, 2009
    Tricare for reservists (Senate vote No. 282) -- Allow Reservists and National Guard soldiers to buy into the Defense Department's health insurance plan at subsidized rates. Although it passed, only Republicans voted against it. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)

    Aug. 29: Rally Day in Austin  Sep 21, 2009
    com wrote on Sep 21, 2009 1:32 AM:" Oh dear neighbors I attended your rally of Tea baggers. What a thoughtful bunch you were. I just loved the banner on the gazebo about supporting the troops. When? Have I seen a tea baggers contribution to BAMC in the paper? No. What I see is old men, who see my T-shirts that support the President, telling me that I am wrong, that they are veterans, and they support the troops.. I am a veteran and a nurse. As a nurse, I have spent many hours listening to... (Boerne Star, TX)

    Rick Holmes: Reality check for health care reform  Sep 21, 2009
    U Twenty-nine percent are already getting their health insurance through a government plan: Medicare (for senior citizens), Medicaid (a state/federal program for low-income families, known as MassHealth here in the Bay State), or the military (through Veterans Administration programs run through Tricare, CHAMPUS or CHAMPVA). Health care reform wouldn't change the way these people get their health coverage. (Wakefield Daily Item, MA)

    Your views: Sizzling health care debate  Sep 20, 2009
    Macnab cited Medicare, Tricare for military retirees and the VA as examples of public health care with high satisfaction levels ... Even though there are annual deductibles and co-pays for most care received under these programs, Medicare and Tricare are operating in the red. (Florida Today)

    HINGHAM OPINION: Joining in the heath care reform debate  Sep 19, 2009
    His past positions include CFO of AdminaStar, Inc. (a government fiscal intermediary administering regional Medicare, TriCare, and Medicaid contracts), Vice President of Well Point (a Blue Cross/Blue Shield franchise), Chief Operating and Chief Financial Officer of Sheridan Healthcare (a 300+ multi-specialty physician practice management company), Co-Founder of American Health Network (a 300+ multi-specialty physician group), CEO of Total Sleep Diagnostics, Inc. (an operator of hospital based... (Hingham Journal, MA)

    Ashcroft May Be Sued for Rights Violation  Sep 19, 2009
    Secondly, these people have control of MediAid, MediCare, VA, TriCare and other medical care administration that is reported to use only 3% to 4% of each dollar for overhead. Sounds pretty impressive to me given this is government work. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)

    County Health Department says there is plenty of vaccine on hand for seasonal flu  Sep 15, 2009
    Medicare Part B members and Tricare members are required to bring identification and membership cards. The seasonal-flu shots are available from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at these sites. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)

    Electronic Medical Records Chart a New Course  Sep 14, 2009
    Charting a New Course - CBS Sunday Morning - CBS News. Charting a New Course. (CBS News)

    Obama Speaks Out on Health Care  Sep 13, 2009
    " Once you can get over the paralysis caused by the above condition (manifested in the policy of NO by many detractors) -- American Ingenuity -- can solve any problem. by sd92161 September 12, 2009 2:53 PM EDT Misha- lets discuss facts....soemthing that you have been unable to as yet.... How will the Government pay to cover 30 or 45 million people? Sure, Obama will not add "one thin dime" to the deficit......do you really believe that? Especially in light of the tremedous success the Gov't has... (CBS News)

    Heckling Rep's Son Defends Dad  Sep 12, 2009
    " MMIX, CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Share: Video and Galleries from Politics Video Video Video Latest in Politics 1 by afmcalax September 11, 2009 9:57 AM EDT Here is Wilson's ultimate BIG LIE: Except that he's not?at least not when it comes to his, and his family's, government-run health care. As a retired Army National Guard colonel, Wilson gets a lot of... (CBS News -- Early Show)

    Local residents sound off on health care  Sep 10, 2009
    Burleigh Redus, who recently moved to the area from Texas, said he was lucky to have his current insurance a combination of Medicare and TRICARE, a military insurance program. His plan has no premiums and covered the unbelievable cost of treatment after he suffered an aneurysm, he said. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)

    Health insurance out-of-reach for hard-working CNA  Sep 8, 2009
    renjon7798 wrote on Sep 7, 2009 5:58 PM:" Really? While I feel horrible that this woman needs health insurance, why is the WCF being so one-sided about the whole health care issue? I for one am against the socialization of the United States and the government control of whether or not I go see my doctor. I also work of ABCM and I enjoy working for a small company. And for those making comments about small companies not being able to provide quality insurance for their workers, my husband works... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    On Your Mind  Sep 7, 2009
    Your Medicare will be just fine, as will your TriCARE and your veteran care. Not to worry. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)

    Health care vigil held in Acton  Sep 5, 2009
    I have the best healthcare [Medicare and TRICARE] in the world and I would like other people to have the same. The Sept. 2 vigil was one of 365 rallies, including events in Wellesley and Westford, held nationwide by political action group MoveOn. (Acton Beacon, MA)

    Call my cousin Vinny  Sep 5, 2009
    Tricare for reservists (Senate vote No. 282) -- Allow Reservists 00003341 and National Guard soldiers to buy into the Defense Department's health insurance plan at subsidized rates. Although it passed, only Republicans voted against it. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)

    IRS would become Obamacare's enforcer...  Sep 4, 2009
    Oh and Elio - yes please abolish Medicare, Chip, Schip, Champus, Medicade, the VA, and every other government medical program except possibly the Center for Disease Control. And end the insurance requirements forcing policies to provide for all manner of care that people don't want. (The Drudge Report)

    LINCOLN’S TOWN HALL DRAWS RELATIVELY TAME CROWD  Sep 4, 2009
    In response to a question from a woman who identified herself as a senior citizen, Lincoln said Medicare, Medicaid, veterans health care and Tricare for active military won t be affected. Your Medicare is gonna be fine, she said. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)

    More of this story...  Sep 4, 2009
    Patients are offered a variety of payment options including commercial insurance, MediCare, Medi-Cal, CHAMPUS, Workers Compensation, and Cash Payment on a sliding fee scale according to family size and income. In the commercial insurance market, they provide both fee for service and capitated services through contracts with over fifty insurance companies and health plans. (The Exeter Sun, CA)

    In touch with the people at health care town hall  Sep 3, 2009
    Compassionate wrote on Sep 2, 2009 8:49 AM:" Fifty to seventy people die every day due to lack of insurance according to a study cited by the New York Times. Most of them are in the 55-64 age group. Their deaths compell us to move as quickly as possible to achieve universal coverage. Most of the call to slow down on Monday night came from people who already have government health care (Medicare, Tricare, VA) but they want to deny what they have to others. It is time for compasion. It is time to... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)

    Giffords gets a message:  Sep 3, 2009
    Some retired military members wanted assurance that their Veterans Affairs and TRICARE for Life medical benefits would not be touched. They received the congresswoman s personal guarantee that the programs will be protected in any reform law. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)

    Let's keep health debate on topic  Sep 2, 2009
    If Rounds were looking for a more apples to apples comparison, he might consider using TRICARE a government-run health insurance more comparable to a public-option health insurance than that of Indian Health Services. In South Dakota, about 34,000 people (10 million nationwide) are beneficiaries of the military personnel/family member health insurance plans and it does seem to indicate the government could in fact manage a public-option health insurance program. (Rapid City Journal, SD)

    Giffords gets a message: Slow down on health care reform  Sep 2, 2009
    Some retired military members wanted assurance that their Veterans Affairs and TRICARE for Life medical benefits would not be touched ... Support Our Soldiers wrote on Sep 1, 2009 2:44 PM:" TO TOM: First, Tom, I agree you earned your Tricare coverage and deserve it. As a former government Care Manager, I want to clarify how Tricare works. Triwest is a private company but the US government contracts with Triwest to administer (only) the Tricare Plan. The Tricare Program is a government program... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)

    Answers to health-care questions from Rep. Giffords  Aug 30, 2009
    Q: Will we still be able to use our Tricare for Life plan (military) if there is a government health care plan ... Tricare would not be impacted in any way. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)

    Health Care Reform Could Tax Veterans  Aug 29, 2009
    Continuous coverage for National Guard and Reserve members is not always necessary because they frequently transition to and from active duty where they have access to TRICARE.. I am pleased that veterans service organizations, including The American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Disabled American Veterans, AMVETS, the Wounded Warrior Project, Vietnam Veterans of America, Blinded Veterans Association, Jewish War Veterans, and the Military Order of the Purple Heart, have also expressed... (Townhall.com)

    A question for Sierra Vista conservatives  Aug 29, 2009
    Im Okay with Tricare wrote on Aug 28, 2009 4:27 PM:" To JD - I assume from your comment that you are retired from the military. I hope you realize that the federal government doesn't force retirees to use TRICARE. That is a personal choice. Sorry your experience has been lousy. " ... Matt Hickman wrote on Aug 28, 2009 1:28 PM:" Just to clarify, I wasn't talking about tricare or any military health insurance but the military in general as being an enormous government program. But feel free to... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)

    Military wife and mother fights her own special battle  Aug 28, 2009
    Parents often join military service to get better health insurance for their families through the military's benefits program, TRICARE, which can offer a better option than the care available to them in the civilian world, she says. That works out well for the Mathewses and their kids: Tyler, 8; Theresa, 7; Shawn, 6; Cheyanne, 5, and Anthony, 4. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)

    My insurance wont pay for the doctor I want  Aug 26, 2009
    However, if a military member were to seek out a private doctor on their own, the would likely have to pay out of pocket for that care, unless the visit was pre-approved by Tricare or the member s PCP.. D-troit. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)

    Don't use broken programs as templates  Aug 26, 2009
    There have been comparisons that the new system would mirror the existing Medicare/Medicaid and TriCare programs ... I speak from direct experience when referring to the TriCare system ... Sestak, having served 31 years in the U.S. Navy, endorses a health care program that is similar to TriCare. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)

    Thune talks reform10:04 am | (1 comment(s))  Aug 26, 2009
    Thune said none of the proposals will impact veterans insurance, known as Tricare. With respect to Tricare, military doesnt get drawn into this. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)

    Perriello holds town hall meeting in Charlotte Court House  Aug 26, 2009
    "What will happen to Tricare for Life?" he asked. Eighty-five-year old John Henry Brown told of how he had been let down by insurance companies throughout his 85 years. (Brookneal Union Star, VA)

    Sen. Coburn, lets talk about worlds best health care  Aug 26, 2009
    It s not a matter of thinking people are stupid or ignorant, it s just whether having the state finance care is a better use of taxpayer money, which already pays for about half of all health care expenses between Medicare/Aid, the VA, and Tricare. Why is shopping for an insurance plan an intelligence test anyway. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)

    Some patients must move to keep 'Prime' coverage  Aug 24, 2009
    The Tilch family had to move -- and had only 11 days to do so after opening a letter from their TRICARE support contractor -- to remain eligible for TRICARE Prime, the military's managed-care network, said Debbie Tilch. As many as 190,000 TRICARE Prime enrollees across the United States have received similar letters ... They advise that TRICARE is enforcing a rule requiring beneficiaries enrolled in Prime at a military treatment facility (MTF) to seek a waiver, either from the MTF commander or... (NJ.com -- Times)

    Kosmas phone forum respectful  Aug 20, 2009
    Changes to Medicare or military retiree health benefits: Kosmas said those currently covered by Medicare, VA or Tricare would see no change to their benefits. The effect on small business: Kosmas said she wants to see exemptions for very small businesses. (Florida Today)

    Hope vs. Fear  Aug 20, 2009
    Bill Gattis MD wrote on Aug 19, 2009 12:35 AM:" "truth seeker", I share your concern. I am against gun-control laws for that reason. We the people need to keep the power. But it is too easy for your private insurer to keep the facts from you, make them opaque, keep taking your money until you get sick and discover that you were mislead. But after being in the trenches trying to get care for my patients for 10 years, I can say that I would much rather coordinate complex care for a publicly... (Montrose Daily Press, CO)

    Indexes Hit Hard; Leaders Wounded  Aug 19, 2009
    The winners of the new multi-year Tricare contracts are Aetna (AET) and. 07/15/2009 02:36 PM ET. (Investors Business Daily)

    Kelly steps in at Legion town hall  Aug 15, 2009
    Green Valley resident Tim Dugan, however, said Tricare, Indian Health Service, the VA and Medicare the latter of which by a show of hands most people in the room indicated they were on are all fine programs. The government can do a good job, he said. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)

    Secret Service detains man holding 'Death to Obama' sign ...  Aug 14, 2009
    "comments":[{"body":"I would definitely wager that this guy, holding the sign, is a man of the left. \n\nAlso, re the poster who said that people did not publicly call for Bush' death during protests; this is not true, and by a long shot. Please try to be intellectually honest. ","createdAt":"14 Aug 2009 05:46:19... (The Drudge Report)

    AP Fact Check: No "Death Panel" In Bill  Aug 12, 2009
    Not only can I NOT get the complete health care I need from MEDICARE, the VETERANS ADMINISTRATION, or TRICARE PRIME as all of these GOVERNMENT RUN programs are TOO POLITICIZED DENYING MUCH NEEDED CARE. Name-calling & vitriolic rhetoric is not a debate on the issue of SOCIALIZED MEDICINE. This is not a Democrat vs Republican political party issue, it is an issue for all Americans to decide for themselves ... Not only can I NOT get the complete health care I need from MEDICARE, the VETERANS... (CBS News -- Health)

    Health care not a right  Aug 11, 2009
    karen wrote on Aug 8, 2009 9:16 PM:" I would like to know if Mr Ellis is currently receiving his health care from the VA or Tricare for Life, if so he has very little to complain about and no reason to wish others not to have the same advantage he does. ". Bernard Thomas wrote on Aug 9, 2009 4:53 PM:" How about the Air Force? It seems to function.TARP, as a matter of fact, has done pretty well--a number of banks have paid it back and the government's continuing stake in Citigroup is worth $5... (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)

    On Giffords visit, health care takes spotlight  Aug 8, 2009
    To Single Payer wrote on Aug 7, 2009 6:01 AM:" Do you use the VA? I do. Takes 45 to 60 days to get an appointment. Some vets can't get care from the VA because of funding, some are at the back of the line when it comes to getting appointments and treatment. Wife is on TRICARE, takes over 30 days for her to get an appointment with her Dr. Some meds we need are not available thru the VA or TRICARE, sorry too expensive, must reduce costs and they also want to triple premiums. Single payer may sound... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)

    ER Visits Mostly by Medicare, Medicaid Recipients  Aug 4, 2009
    Uninsured patients accounted for nearly 18 percent of emergency department visits nationally, 34 percent were billed to private insurance, and 6 percent were billed to worker's compensation, military health plan administrator Tricare, and other payers, according to the latest News and Numbers from the U.S. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. Among the other findings. (MEDLINEplus)

    Humana earnings rise 34 percent  Aug 4, 2009
    Humana still unsure about TRICARE impact ... That figure does not reflect Humana Military Healthcare Services Inc. s loss of its U.S. Department of Defense TRICARE contract. (Louisville Business First, KY)

    Read the story  Aug 4, 2009
    Insurance pays about 30% of the time, and yes, the VA has paid for a few treatments, and Tricare has paid for a few treatments ... The HBOT costs were $62,500, which Tricare and VA refused to pay ... Anyone who supports the current health care "reforms" should be forced to use the VA, Tricare or military medical facilities for themselves and their families. (CBS News -- Evening News)

    Scorpion's sting leads Yuman to open health center  Aug 4, 2009
    At the center she said is contracted with most major insurance companies, including Aetna, Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System, the Medicaid in Arizona, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Medicare and TRICARE.. Sorrell, a graduate of Louisiana State University, earned her master's in nursing from Vanderbilt University. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)

    Click to read:Wounded Marine Fights VA For Care  Aug 4, 2009
    Anyone who supports the current health care "reforms" should be forced to use the VA, Tricare or military medical facilities for themselves and their families ... However, as a military dependent I can attest that Tricare is very well administered, and I feel lucky to have it ... The main flaw in insurance coverage is that hyperbaric oxygen treatment, also called "HBOT," is not covered by Tricare or Medicare or most medical insurance, for the treatment of TBI. I've paid for it out of pocket, and... (CBS News)

    James W. Terman: The uninsured aren’t deserving of that fate  Jul 28, 2009
    6 percent getting non-elderly Medicare, Medicaid and government Tricare. That leaves almost 25 percent to get private insurance or go without. (Winona Daily News, MN)

    Fixing U.S. health system is vital, Giffords says  Jul 28, 2009
    A military retiree from Sierra Vista asked the congresswoman if TRICARE would be eliminated under the proposed legislation. Giffords said it is not in either the House or Senate bill, and she will not support any proposal that would eliminate the special program for the military. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)

    Minimum Wage Hike Raises Recession Fears  Jul 25, 2009
    I also did over 20 years of service and receive TRICARE. If you do receive this benefit you should know how well the the government is capable of running healthcare and should be the first to call BS when people try to put out misinformation regarding government run health care insurance. which is really what we are talking here. (CBS News)

    Border fence divides many, as Giffords stance shows  Jul 23, 2009
    Gabrielle Giffords time in Cochise County on Saturday, she spoke with Wick News Service about concerns expressed by veterans involving the future of TRICARE under the proposed national health care bill now before Congress. Saying she had read all 1,018 pages of the proposed health care reform measure, the congresswoman said veterans who are on TRICARE would not be required to pay any costs for their medical treatments ... TRICARE and TRICARE for Life are unchanged, the congresswoman said. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)

    UnitedHealthcare buys some Health Net subsidiaries  Jul 21, 2009
    6 million people through group, individual, Medicare, Medicaid and TRICARE and Veterans Affairs programs. Shares of UnitedHealth closed earlier down 25 cents at $24. (Fresno Bee -- Business)

    Newsweek: Why Obama may fail on health care  Jul 21, 2009
    Fineman: Will Obama Wipe Out on Health Care. In his bid to push health-care reform through Congress, Obama is counting on a wave of political good will. (MSNBC -- Politics)

    Fitch Downgrades Health Net Ratings  Jul 16, 2009
    On Monday, the Pentagon awarded military health care contracts worth tens of billions of dollars to managed care providers Aetna Inc. and UnitedHealth Group Inc. Humana Inc. and Health Net are currently holding those contracts for Tricare, which is the Defense Department's health care program for military members, their families and survivors ... Fitch said the loss of the Tricare contract is significant to Health Net, as it comprises 49 percent of the company's enrollment and 90 percent of its... (ABC News -- Wire)

    Fitch holds line on Humana despite TRICARE loss  Jul 16, 2009
    Louisville-based Humana (NYSE: HUM) announced Monday that it has lost its bid to continue providing benefits for the U.S. Department of Defense s TRICARE program. Through its Humana Military Healthcare Services division, Humana began serving TRICARE s South region in 2003. (Louisville Business First, KY)

    Analyst Picks and Pans: Aetna, UnitedHealth, VMware, Callaway  Jul 15, 2009
    On Monday, The Pentagon picked the companies for its Tricare health program, replacing Humana Inc. and Health Net Inc. in 2010. Tricare is the Defense Department's health care program for military members, their families and survivors ... He said Tricare was expected contribute about 20% of Health Net's earnings before costs in 2010. (BusinessWeek)

    Humana, Health Net Shares Drop After Contract Loss  Jul 15, 2009
    The decline in Humana and Health Net shares came after the Defense Department announced Monday that it was awarding Tricare contracts worth tens of billions of dollars to Aetna and UnitedHealth after a more than year-long bidding process. Tricare is the Defense Department's health care program for military members, retirees and their families ... Humana said Monday it could not yet forecast what impact, if any, the loss of the Tricare contract might have on its earnings for the year ending Dec.... (ABC News -- Wire)

    House Democrats Unveil Health Care Plan  Jul 15, 2009
    As for the aforementioned Tricare, that has NOT been a good idea ... Already doctors who take Tricare patients are reimbursed at less than even Medicaid pays them ... That private insurance has to squeeze out a profit in the administration of Tricare means the doctors get less and don't accept us as patients. (CBS News)

    TriWest Healthcare Alliance Awarded Third TRICARE Contract, Remains Health Care Contractor for Department of Defense in 21-State TRICARE West Region  Jul 14, 2009
    PHOENIX, July 13 /PRNewswire/ -- TriWest Healthcare Alliance today was awarded the contract to continue providing military families access to high quality health care and manage the 21-state TRICARE West Region for the Department of Defense (DoD) ... "It has been our great honor and privilege to serve the healthcare needs for those who sacrifice so much in defense of freedom, and we are pleased that the Department of Defense has selected us again for this critical work," said David J. McIntyre,... (PR Newswire)

    Health care thoughts  Jul 8, 2009
    There are a few tricare health care available to retired vets and their families, depending on circumstance some are free while others come with a small monthly fee (think tricare prime costs $400 a year for families). " dietz1963 wrote on Jul 2, 2009 3:16 PM:" MtMadeMan, if what you say is true and many would say part of the huge cost of health care is because of the lawsuits. (Helena Independent Record)

    Humana gets award for military support  Jun 17, 2009
    Humana Military Healthcare Services, the TRICARE contractor for the South Region, has received an Above and Beyond Award from the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve organization. The award recognizes employers who have gone above and beyond the legal requirements for granting leave and providing support for associates who serve in the National Guard and Reserve forces, according to a news release. (Louisville Business First, KY)

    Health Care Reform FAQ  Jun 16, 2009
    The military (TRICARE), veteran (VHA), and aged (Medicare) health care plans all have significantly lower administrative costs and even with relatively more difficult health groups ... TRICARE is the closet to what a national health care plan population would be like and it admin costs are far lower and outcomes better than the typical private health care plan ... One never reads about TRICARE not providing a bone-marrow transplant. (Slate)

    Queen's pays $2.5M to settle Feds' claims  Jun 4, 2009
    The settlement was the result of two whistleblower lawsuits brought by former pharmacy technicians, who alleged that Queen s overbilled the state s Medicare and Medicaid programs, as well as TRICARE, the federal health insurance program for military dependents, according to a news release from U.S. Attorney Edward H. Kubo Jr.. The lawsuits were filed under the federal and state False Claims Acts, which allow the government to claim up to triple the damages, plus penalties, for submitting false... (Pacific Business News, HI)

    Should Universal Health Care Cover Faith Healing?  May 16, 2009
    TRICARE, the military health plan, already covers these services. And the Federal Employee Health Benefits program provides partial reimbursement for stays in Christian Science nursing facilities. (Time.com)

    Obama seeks rules on exec compensation  May 14, 2009
    As it is, America s largest health care providers like Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Humana would not be falling all over themselves to get the government contracts to administer both Medicare and TriCare, the military version of Medicare ... There is no dedicated tax to pay for TriCare and these veterans benefits make up 20 percent of the entire national budget ... Yes, Americans largest health care providers are making a lot of profits by administering Medicare and TriCare for the government. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)

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