Health Insurance

Wait time can take a very long time, you don't really pick where you go. However, it will always be covered.

Free for everything you need

Low cost to free healthcare. Quality varies by location and docs often move.

Inexpensive and available around the country for myself and the family.

Free health insurance and dental

Free, not always who you want to see

You rarely need to pay anything out of pocket. downside might be the accessibility of VA/Military hospitals.

The best thing about health insurance in the U.S. Navy is that it’s comprehensive and basically free while you're on active duty. TRICARE covers pretty much everything—medical, dental, vision—and it extends to your family too. You don’t have to worry about premiums, deductibles, or co-pays like in the civilian world, which takes a huge weight off your shoulders. The worst part, in my opinion, is that once you retire or separate, navigating TRICARE options can get confusing, especially if you're not 100% sure what you're eligible for. And depending on your status, the coverage might not be as strong as it was on active duty unless you pay for upgraded plans. It’s great while you’re in, but you have to really plan ahead for what comes after.

It's good and you don't pay for it.

You will always have medical coverage. However, just like in the civilian network there maybe longer wait times for appointments.