Why is tricare retired reserve so expensive

So you're set to retire, but don't know what will happen to your health care. Can you really stand to lose your military health care benefits now that you're leaving and probably have a family to take care of?

Fortunately, Tricare offers plenty of options.

It sounds like a complicated process, but we will attempt to explain what your eligibility is to the various Tricare programs available for retirees and their families.

1. When you retire from active duty, you are eligible to purchase Tricare Prime, Tricare Select, or, in certain areas, the US Family Health Plan.

   Once you reach age 65, you are no longer eligible for those programs. You can then purchase Medicare and Tricare for Life.

2. If you retire from the National Guard or reserves, you can purchase Tricare Retired Reserve until age 60.
   How long am i covered by tricare after retirement

   At that time, you get the same options as retired active-duty members. At age 65, you are no longer eligible for those programs. You can then purchase Medicare and Tricare for Life.

Tricare Health Plans

• Tricare Prime - Retirees and their families can purchase Tricar
  how long does tricare last after retirement
  how do i enroll in tricare as a retiree