Official Resource Library
Every official Medicare and TRICARE source — in one place
Curated links to the primary government publications and tools military retirees need. Each link is dated and verified.
These are the authoritative sources. When the educational pages on this site differ from an official publication, the official source wins. We update this library when CMS, DHA, or SSA publish new editions.
Primary handbooks (latest editions)
Official annual handbooks — the definitive plain-language source for both programs.
Medicare.gov — federal program site
The official site for Medicare benefits, enrollment, and plan finder tools.
TRICARE.mil — Defense Health Agency
Official source for all TRICARE benefits, including TFL specifics.
TRICARE For Life overview
tricare.mil
The official TFL program page.
TRICARE Pharmacy Program
tricare.mil
Pharmacy options, copays, and Express Scripts info.
TRICARE Overseas Program
tricare.mil
Coverage for TFL beneficiaries living or traveling outside the U.S.
TRICARE Costs & Fees
tricare.mil
Current TRICARE cost tables.
Social Security — Medicare enrollment
Where you actually sign up for Medicare.
Enrollment forms (CMS)
The official forms for Part B enrollment and special situations.
VA healthcare coordination
Department of Veterans Affairs resources for retirees using both VA and Medicare.
Dental, vision, and hearing
Coverage options for benefits not included in Original Medicare or TFL.
Appeals & assistance
Help when something goes wrong.
Library last reviewed: January 2026 · Next scheduled review: when 2027 handbook editions publish.