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I have TRICARE coverage

Is TRICARE coverage for military families and retirees affected by health reform?
The Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs has stated that the Affordable Care Act will not affect the TRICARE benefit. Eligibility, covered benefits, copayments and all other features of the TRICARE program are not affected by the new law.

Further, Secretary of Defense Robert Gates has specifically stated that the TRICARE military health plan meets the standards set by this legislation. Secretary Gates reassured service members and their families that the legislation won’t have a negative effect on TRICARE, and that their health and well-being are his highest priority.