DHA Announces TRICARE Open Season and Federal Benefits Open Season
The Defense Health Agency announced the two open seasons for military beneficiaries: TRICARE Open Season and Federal Benefits Open Season.
TRICARE Open Season applies to anyone enrolled in or eligible for TRICARE Prime (including the US Family Health Plan) or TRICARE Select. Federal Benefits Open Season is for enrollment in the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP). Both the TRICARE and FEDVIP open seasons begin on Nov. 11 and end on Dec. 9. Enrollment choices made during this period will take effect on Jan. 1, 2020.
If you are now enrolled in US Family Health Plan, you will be automatically re-enrolled in the Plan for the coming year. This means you don’t need to do anything during Open Season. However, if you want to change your TRICARE coverage for 2020, you must make this change during Open Season.
To get ready for open season, you can use tools on the TRICARE website, like the TRICARE Plan Finder and TRICARE Compare Cost Tool. These resources help you see which plans you’re eligible for and help you to compare plans and costs. On the FEDVIP enrollment website, you can enroll in or make changes to your FEDVIP plan. The website also provides tools to help you find the right dental and/or vision plans for you and your family.