Reserve retirement card and Tricare?

2020-07-19T17:50:03-04:00

As a retired reservist, I've received my retirement orders and need to update my ID card and see about getting Tricare Select. What is the earliest I can receive my ID card and how do I enroll in Tricare. Thanks!

Response by CDR Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 19 at 2020 6:00 PM

2020-07-19T18:00:11-04:00

This link may help you in learning about Tricare benefits and which office to contact to receive qualified answers regarding your question https://www.tricare.mil/~/media/Files/TRICARE/Publications/Handbooks/TFL_HBK.pdf

TFL_HBK.pdf

Response by CAPT Kevin B. made Jul 19 at 2020 6:11 PM

2020-07-19T18:11:06-04:00

Just get online for your RAPIDS ID card appointment. Have your old card and orders in hand, and you're good to go. Your ID card will have a health group number on back which is TRI Care by default. Make sure your dependents get a new card as well as they are covered, hence can drop their plan as needed. Make sure you purchase an eye and dental plan as Tri Care doesn't do that.

https://www.dmdc.osd.mil/rsl

ID Card Office Online

Consolidated ID Card Office Online

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 20 at 2020 7:58 AM

2020-07-20T07:58:40-04:00

BLUF: Are you 60 or a gray area retiree (under 60)?
That makes a difference...
Use the link below see what you need to do.
As CAPT Ball said set up your appointment and make sure that everything is updated in DEERS.
https://tricare.mil/retiredreserve

Retired Reserve Members and Families | TRICARE