Guide to TRICARE Global Assets, Forms, and Manuals (2026)
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## Quick answer "Globalassets" refers to the centralized repository of digital resources—such as official forms, program brochures, handbooks, and educational kits—maintained by the Defense Health Agency (DHA). These assets provide a single source of truth for TRICARE beneficiaries and providers to ensure they are using the most current versions of enrollment forms, claims documents, and benefit descriptions across all regions.
## In detail The TRICARE global assets system is designed to maintain consistency across the East and West regions. Whether you are managed by Humana Military (East) or TriWest Healthcare Alliance (West), the underlying policy documents and official forms often originate from this centralized collection.
### Essential Document Categories The global assets library is categorized to help users find specific materials based on their life status or plan:
* **Benefit Fact Sheets:** Detailed summaries for TRICARE Prime, Select, For Life, and Reserve Select. * **Enrollee Forms:** Including the DD Form 2875 and various T-5 contract-compliant enrollment applications. * **Provider Manuals:** Guidelines that doctors must follow for authorizations and referrals. * **Health Matters Newsletters:** Quarterly updates distributed by the DHA to educate beneficiaries on policy changes.
### Regional Variations While the "global" assets are standardized, the contractors distribute them through their specific portals. As of 2026, the contractors are: * **East Region:** Humana Military. * **West Region:** TriWest Healthcare Alliance (Title T-5 Contract).
### Finding Specific Assets Most beneficiaries interact with these assets through the **TRICARE Publications** page. You can search by keyword or filter by "audiences" (e.g., Active Duty, Retiree, National Guard).
| Asset Type | Primary Use | Where to Access | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **DD Form 2642** | Patient’s Request for Medical Reimbursement | TRICARE.mil / Express Scripts | | **Summary of Benefits** | Comparing 2026 copays and premiums | TRICARE.mil/publications | | **PCM Change Form** | Switching your Primary Care Manager | Contractor Portals (Humana/TriWest) |
## Who this applies to * **Active Duty Service Members (ADSMs):** Need global assets for "Remote" enrollment forms and travel reimbursement vouchers. * **National Guard and Reserve:** Accessing the TRICARE Reserve Select (TRS) handbook to understand 2026 premiums ($53.80/mo for individuals; $274.82/mo for families). * **Retirees:** Using the TRICARE For Life (TFL) guide to coordinate benefits with Medicare Part B. * **Providers:** Accessing the "Provider Handbook" to verify 2026 reimbursement rates and prior authorization requirements.
Common scenarios
### Scenario 1: Filing a Manual Claim Jean, a TRICARE Select beneficiary, sees an out-of-network specialist in early 2026. She needs to be reimbursed. She goes to the global assets library on TRICARE.mil, downloads **DD Form 2642**, and mails it to her regional contractor (TriWest in the West) along with her itemized receipt.
### Scenario 2: Transitioning to the T-5 West Contract A family in San Diego is confused about changes following TriWest's takeover in 2025. They download the "West Region Transition Guide" from the global assets repository. This document confirms that their 2026 catastrophic cap remains $1,000 for Group A Active Duty families.
### Scenario 3: Checking Pharmacy Costs A retiree wants to know the 2026 copay for a 90-day supply of a brand-name drug via mail order. They download the "Pharmacy Program Overview" asset which lists the cost at $48 (2026 rate).
## Related terms * **Defense Health Agency (DHA):** The joint-service agency that manages the TRICARE program and its global assets. * **T-5 Contract:** The fifth generation of TRICARE contracts (effective 2025/2026) that governs how Humana and TriWest operate. * **DEERS:** The database used to verify eligibility before assets or benefits can be utilized. * **Summary of Benefits:** A standardized document outlining what a plan covers and the associated member costs. * **Express Scripts:** The pharmacy benefit manager that handles all pharmacy-related assets and claims.
## Sources * **TRICARE.mil Publications:** [https://www.tricare.mil/publications](https://www.tricare.mil/publications) * **Defense Health Agency (DHA):** [https://health.mil/About-MHS/OATSD/Defense-Health-Agency](https://health.mil/About-MHS/OATSD/Defense-Health-Agency) * **TriWest Healthcare Alliance (West):** [https://www.triwest.com](https://www.triwest.com) * **Humana Military (East):** [https://www.humanamilitary.com](https://www.humanamilitary.com)