I’m turning 65 soon, how do I enroll in TRICARE For Life?

 

You don’t need to enroll in TRICARE For Life (TFL). When you turn 65, you must have Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B to keep your TRICARE benefits or you must have proof you aren’t eligible for premium-free Medicare Part A. 

If you’re eligible for premium-free Medicare Part A, sign up for Medicare Part B no later than 2 months before you turn 65 to avoid a break in coverage. Your TFL coverage starts the day you have both Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B. To learn more, visit the Beneficiaries Eligible for TRICARE and Medicare page.

Note: If you have an active duty sponsor, you don’t have to sign up for Medicare Part B until your sponsor retires. Sign up no later than 2 months before your sponsor retires to avoid a break in TRICARE coverage.

 

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