What is the best family health plan after retirement that is affordable?

I have had Tricare for some time now and never had a problem in covering most medical expenses. In considering a suitable medical insurance, the most important thing I look at is catastrophic coverage, which includes deductibles and limits. The next is age and children. When I was young and single, all I carried was catastrophic insurance. As a young man in his 20's, heck I was immortal. As an older man, perhaps in his late 30's and early 40's the feeling of immortality wanes a bit, as well others depending on me for my survival and their medical needs Therefore, I increased and changed my insurance coverage to suit my personal situation.

If are going to be a gray area retiree, you will want to get insurance through civilian employment until you turn age 60 or when you are eligible to begin receiving pension payments.

If you're eligible for active duty retirement, Tricare is the best option.

That depends on a myriad of variables. First would be are you able to continue your group plan when you retire? Are you eligible for tricare, etc.