Make sure all information on your DEERS record is correct. Get current military identification cards for all family members 10 years of age or older. You'll have a chance to update your DEERS record during mobilization.
If you want your spouse to be able to inquire about your claims, complete and sign an Authorization to Disclose Information form. Then send it to the claims processor for your region. To find the correct mailing address, contact us.
Make sure your Other Health Insurance (OHI) record is current. If it's not accurate, complete an Other Health Insurance Questionnaire and send it to your claims processor. If you're unsure which address to use, contact us.
Give your spouse a copy of your orders for documentation.
Grant permission for your spouse to use myTRICARE claims. Your spouse can manage your TRICARE business if you're away on active duty and unable to take care of it yourself.
Remember, joining myTRICARE Secure gives you and your spouse a quick, convenient way to manage your TRICARE benefits from anywhere with Internet access. You can check claim status even when you're away on active duty. Other benefits include the ability to check your Other Health Insurance (OHI) record for accuracy and ask questions by e-mail. You can print a copy of your TRICARE Explanation of Benefits (TEOB) and see how much of your annual deductible you have met.