Enrollees whose sponsor initially enlisted or was commissioned before January 1, 2018, fall into which beneficiary category?

Enrollees whose sponsor initially enlisted or was commissioned before January 1, 2018, are classified within Group A. This designation is significant because individuals in Group A retain certain TRICARE benefits that were available prior to the implementation of changes made by the National Defense Authorization Act of 2017, which impacted those who enlisted or were commissioned on or after the cutoff date. The distinctions between beneficiary groups are essential for understanding eligibility, coverage, and cost-sharing requirements under TRICARE. Group A beneficiaries typically have access to a broader range of healthcare services compared to those in later groups, as the rules for their eligibility and the benefits provided were established under the previous healthcare framework.