AUSA Led the Way – Past Successes
- Prevention of new co-pays and fees for under 65 TRICARE beneficiaries
- Elimination of the SBP – Social Security offset
- Approval of concurrent receipt
- Waiver of the Medicare Part B penalties for military Retired Soldiers(part of the Medicare legislation)
- TRICARE for Life for over 65 Retired Soldiers and the Pharmacy Benefit for all beneficiaries
- Reduction of the Catastrophic cap from $7500 to $3000
- Elimination of financial penalties for federally employed Retired Soldiers
- Full funding of TRICARE/Pharmacy Programs for all beneficiaries
Attention Retired Military Members:
Beginning in 2026, the old-style, blue ID cards will no longer be accepted, regardless of the printed expiration date. In order to maintain base access, please visit your nearest DEERS/ID card office to obtain a new ID. If you’re unable to make it to a military installation, you can also request a new card through the RAPIDS ID Card Office Online: https://idoc.dmdc.osd.mil/idco/
UPDATE: This policy applies to ID cards of ALL colors (except the new white ones). They should all be updated in order to maintain base access.
Federal Benefits for Veterans, Dependents, Survivors, and Caregivers 2025 Edition
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Resources for Retired Soldiers & Veterans
Retired Soldier Newsletter Archive
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Retirement Planning Guide
Do you know how to retire from the Army? It’s more complicated than you might imagine. Download the Retirement Planning Guide 2025 to help you navigate the retirement maze.
Retired Soldier Handbook 2025
Retired Soldiers have earned many benefits and entitlements through their years of faithful service. View the U.S. Army Retired Soldier Handbook 2025 for more information.
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