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πŸ” TRICARE Explained: John Letaw The TRICARE GuyπŸ…

May 24, 2024
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🎧 In this episode of "Forget About Money," host David Baughier interviews John Letaw, a retired naval officer and TRICARE expert.🌟

John, The TRICARE Guy, shares his extensive knowledge about the TRICARE healthcare system, providing invaluable insights for military retirees and their families.

John discusses: ⇣⇣⇣⇣⇣

βžͺ Various TRICARE plans (Prime, Select, Reserve, and Retired Reserve) πŸ₯

βžͺ The challenges of transitioning to retirement πŸŒ…

βžͺ Enrollment processes and pitfalls πŸ”

βžͺ Changes in TRICARE Select fees πŸ’Έ

βžͺ Coverage criteria for different treatments, including weight loss drugs and medical emergencies 🩺

βžͺ Dental and vision care through FedVIP πŸ¦·πŸ‘“

βžͺ Navigating TRICARE while living abroad ✈️

βžͺ Emerging trends and resources for staying informed 🌐

βžͺ Don't miss John's personal anecdotes and practical advice to make the most of your TRICARE benefits. πŸ“šβœ¨

πŸ”— Links:

David's Links:

🌐 Fiology: https://www.fiology.com/free-fiology-workbook/

John's Links:

πŸ“– Get John's book "Tricare Around the World" on Amazon: https://a.co/d/eJfcxMx

πŸ’¬ Join the TRICARE Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/tricareatw/

🌐 The TRICARE Guy Website and Mailing List: https://thetricareguy.com/

πŸŽ₯ John's YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@thetricareguy

Additional TRICARE Resources mention can be found in our YouTube description

πŸ•’ Timestamps/Chapters:

0:00 πŸ“’ Introduction to TRICARE and John Letaw

3:30 πŸ“‹ TRICARE Plans Overview

9:44 πŸ›‘οΈ TRICARE Reserve and Retired Reserve Plans

16:05 πŸš€ Challenges of Transitioning to Retirement

19:30 πŸ”„ Enrollment Process and Pitfalls

22:20 πŸ’° Changes in TRICARE Select Fees

25:42 πŸ₯ Coverage Criteria and Examples

27:50 πŸ’Š Weight Loss Drug Coverage Process

28:56 πŸš‘ Medical Emergency Coverage Example

30:49 🧾 Medical Coding and Coverage

34:53 πŸ‘“ FedVIP Vision and Dental Care

37:43 🚫 Exclusions: LASIK and Discount Programs

42:15 🌍 Retirement Abroad and TRICARE

44:21 πŸ› οΈ Challenges and Solutions

47:41 🌐 Providing TRICARE Support Globally

50:57 ✍️ Writing a TRICARE Guide During COVID

53:53 πŸ“š Resources at thetricareguy.com

56:39 πŸ“ˆ Emerging Trends in TRICARE

🏷️ Hashtags:

#TRICARE #Healthcare #MilitaryRetirement #JohnLetaw #DavidBaughier #ForgetAboutMoney #TRICAREPlans #Veterans #MilitaryBenefits #TRICARESupport #TRICAREGuide #HealthInsurance

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