January 2008

Behavioral Health Appt. Assistance Line
Your TRICARE benefits include behavioral health care. TRICARE offers a new toll-free phone number to help eligible beneficiaries locate local behavioral health providers and set appointments.

Cervical Cancer Prevention
TRICARE covers a range of screenings and immunizations as preventive care. January is Cervical Health Awareness month, a great time to learn about TRICARE’s coverage for cervical exams and the HPV vaccine.

Enroll Your Newborn Within 60 Days
You have 60 days from the birth or adoption of your child to enroll them into TRICARE Prime for continuous coverage. Don’t forget this important baby step!

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Instant Status Updates
No more waiting for the mail to hear if your specialty care referral is approved. TriWest’s QuickAlerts deliver the latest authorization and referral updates to your e-mail inbox as soon as they are processed.

In Network = Lower Costs
Using doctors and medical facilities in the TRICARE West Region network can help you control your out-of-pocket costs and avoid unplanned fees.

Forget Your TriWest Account Password?
Having trouble logging into your www.triwest.com account? If you don’t remember your log-in information, a new tool allows you to instantly retrieve your username and reset your password.

Winter Sun Protection
Winter is no time to let your guard down against the sun. At work or at play, you can still feel the effects of the sun’s rays.

A Tobacco-Free Me in 2008!
Do your New Year’s resolutions include quitting smoking? You can pick up some helpful tips in TriWest’s Healthy Living Portal. TRICARE and the Department of Defense also provide a collection of resources to help you quit smoking at TRICARE’s Healthy Choices for Life site.


TriWest Healthcare Alliance partners with the Department of Defense to do "Whatever It Takes" to support the health care needs of 2.9 million members of America's military family. A Phoenix-based corporation, TriWest provides access to cost-effective, high-quality health care in the 21-state TRICARE West Region. TriWest is also a proud Corporate Team member of America Supports You. Visit www.triwest.com for more information.