Disenrollment

Disenrollment is the process by which a TRICARE beneficiary voluntarily leaves or is involuntarily removed from a TRICARE health plan. Disenrollment can occur for various reasons and may affect your healthcare coverage and costs.

Voluntary disenrollment reasons: • Switching to a different TRICARE plan during Open Season • Obtaining employer-sponsored health insurance • Moving outside a Prime Service Area • Personal preference during qualifying life events

Involuntary disenrollment reasons: • Failure to pay enrollment fees or premiums • Loss of TRICARE eligibility (e.g., aging out of dependent coverage) • Loss of DEERS registration • Failure to maintain required documentation

Disenrollment process: • Contact your regional contractor or TRICARE service center • Provide required documentation and effective date • Receive confirmation of disenrollment • Enrollment in a new plan may be available immediately or during Open Season

Important considerations: • Disenrolling from TRICARE Prime may limit your ability to re-enroll outside of Open Season • Some plan changes can only be made during Open Season or after a qualifying life event • Ensure continuous coverage by coordinating the transition to a new plan

Always verify your re-enrollment options before disenrolling to avoid gaps in healthcare coverage.