The situation related to Hurricane Harvey in our US Family Health Plan Texas and Louisiana service areas continues to evolve, and we remain mindful of the needs of our members. A brief update of the status of CHRISTUS facilities in Southeast Texas and Louisiana is below: Southwestern Louisiana Update The remediation trailer, which arrives with […]
The US Family Health Plan Alliance knows how important family readiness is as a component of the military’s overall medical readiness. A key part of our mission is to give those serving on active duty overseas peace of mind, knowing their loved ones are being taken care of back home. Dr. David Howes, president and […]
Summertime offers multiple opportunities to reflect added focus on mental health; May is recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month, and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has designated June as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month. The Department established an online resource, About Face, which provides support for veterans suffering from PTSD and resources for […]
May is Military Spouse Appreciation Month, a time to celebrate the contribution and sacrifices made by military spouses, who support our service members. It is our honor and privilege to provide health care to the spouses of active-duty service members, activated members of the National Guard and Reserve, and retirees. Retired Air National Guard Chief […]
The US Family Health Plan’s population health-based approach to caring for its nearly 150,000 military family and retiree members across the country is unique among TRICARE Prime providers in the Military Health System. Dr. David Howes, president and CEO of Martin’s Point HealthCare in Maine, explains how the US Family Health Plan’s value-based approach to […]
National Nurses Week, which began May 6, honors the compassion nurses provide and raises awareness about the important role they play in our health care system. The US Family Health Plan Alliance appreciates the critical roles nurses play in providing quality health care, promoting patient wellness and improving health outcomes. As part of our leadership […]
United States Senator Tim Kaine of Virginia, co-chair of the Senate Military Families Caucus – which is responsible for addressing challenges facing military families – recently led a roundtable discussion with military families. At the roundtable, Senator Kaine heard a common theme – the Military Health System can be cumbersome to navigate and is often […]
Recent research shows that service members and their families can be hesitant to divulge minimal aches and pains to their medical care providers. Unfortunately, minor injuries and aches and pains often become chronic conditions that can adversely affect job performance and daily living. Preventive healthcare is critical to preventing illness and injury and to slowing […]
March is Women’s History Month, an opportunity to recognize and reflect on the many contributions of women today and throughout history. Central to this occasion is International Women’s Day on March 8, which commemorates women’s bravery and achievements around the world. The history of the U.S. military to the present day has been marked by […]
The US Family Health Plan Alliance wishes a happy anniversary to the United States Navy Reserve. For 102 years, these brave Americans have seamlessly supported and contributed to the U.S. military mission. The readiness mission extends across the entire military community, including health care, and we are proud to stand behind the brave Reservists who […]
