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How do retirees get dental coverage with TRICARE?
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Updated 2024-12-01
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Quick Answer
Retirees can enroll in FEDVIP dental plans during Open Season. TDP is not available to retirees; FEDVIP replaced TRICARE Retiree Dental Program.
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Key Takeaways
- FEDVIP for retirees (not TDP)
- Enroll during Open Season
- Multiple plan options available
- At benefeds.com
Detailed Answer
Retirees have different dental options than active duty families.
FEDVIP Dental
- Federal Employees Dental and Vision
- Available to military retirees
- Multiple plan options
- Enroll during FEHB Open Season
Who Is Eligible
- Uniformed service retirees
- Retired Guard/Reserve (with retirement pay)
- Survivors receiving annuity
- Medal of Honor recipients
How to Enroll
- Open Season: November-December
- Enroll at benefeds.com
- Choose from multiple carriers
- Coverage starts January 1
Plan Options
- Multiple insurance companies
- Different coverage levels
- Varying premiums
- Network and non-network options
Important Notes
- TDP not available to retirees
- FEDVIP replaced TRDP
- Can enroll any eligible family members
- Premium varies by plan selected
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