Health Care Fact Sheets

Health Care Cost-Shifting to Military Beneficiaries

The Coalition assumes that DoD will again propose a reduction to the defense health budget based on the assumption that Congress will approve beneficiary fee increases for FY2009 at least as large as those as outlined last year for military retirees under age 65 based upon the recommendations of the Task Force on the Future of Military Health Care.

TRICARE Under 65 Improvements

Many upgrades are underway, but more needs to be done.

Medicare Improvements

Increase Provider reimbursements and seek relief from late enrollment penalties.

Support for Transitioning Servicemembers

MOAA supports improving services and support for separating servicemembers to ensure that they receive timely, quality care and benefits earned through their service.

Tax Exemption of Premiums for Health Insurance

Tax exemption or credit on premiums they pay for health, dental, or long-term care insurance.

Health Care Coverage for National Guard and Reserve Servicemembers

MOAA supports more robust healthcare coverage options for National Guard and Reserve servicemembers and families. This includes ensuring continuing health care coverage for Guard and Reserve and families activated in support of counter-terror or other operations.

Government Subsidy for TRICARE Retiree Dental Plan

Fight to achieve a subsidy for TRDP.

TRICARE Uniform Formulary

TRICARE prescription drug benefit to undergo changes.