Troops must enroll in the new dependent care flexible spending account program by Dec. 11. Here's what you need to know about the open seasons for Tricare, dependent care spending accounts, and dental and vision plans. Generally, if you paid out of pocket for Tricare this year, you'll be paying more in 2024. Open season, from Nov. 13 through Dec. 12, is the time to make changes to your Tricare coverage. Some costs may rise this year. A new pill could ease access to birth control for troops and dependents. Contract changes won't come for at least another year, but officials are working on the problem now. Increase in rates for Tricare Young Adult Prime is especially stunning, one advocate says. The unemployment rate for veterans rose from 2.9% in July to 3.6% in August, according to federal researchers. These preconception and prenatal screenings can help identify people at risk for having children with certain genetic conditions. In light of the continuing legal challenges, the timing of the new Tricare contracts is unclear. Load More