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New Tricare Program Extends Medical Coverage for Dependents of Military Families

by Jennifer Hoops
January 21, 2011

In a press release, the U.S. Department of Defense introduced its Tricare Young Adult Program (TYAP), implementing the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) of fiscal 2011. The premium-based program allows qualified, unmarried dependents of military families to benefit from medical coverage to the age of 26. Where dependent eligibility previously expired at age 21 or 23, TYAP now potentially covers an added several hundred thousand beneficiaries. The program will officially begin later this spring, but eligible dependents can purchase coverage retroactively and obtain reimbursements for health care coverage from January 1st.

For more information about TYAP, refer to the Department of Defense press release: Tricare Young Adult Program Announced.

 

 

About the Author

Jennifer Hoops works for a software company as a consultant in enterprise solutions. Her previous experience includes system integration consulting and IT project management. Prior to earning an MBA and becoming an IT professional, Jennifer earned a Bachelors degree in Economics and Music and spent several years as an independent music teacher.

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