Military Health Benefits Online Chat with DHA’s Deputy Director for the TRICARE Health Plan, Capt. Edward Simmer

Online chat with Navy Captain Edward Simmer, the Defense Health Administration’s Deputy Director for health plans

TRICARE_Logo.jpgThe Defense Department’s TRICARE Health Plan has added several new programs recently. What does this mean for you and your family? Federal News Radio hosted a free online chat with Navy Captain Edward Simmer, the Defense Health Agency’s Deputy Director for the TRICARE Health Plan. Captain Simmer and Federal News Senior Correspondent Mike Causey answered your questions about the TRICARE transition. 

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