What are the variations of TRICARE Select that may be available?

The correct answer is that TRICARE Select and TRICARE Overseas are variations that may be available under the TRICARE health care program. TRICARE Select serves as a preferred provider organization (PPO) option that provides more flexibility in choosing healthcare providers—beneficiaries can visit any TRICARE-authorized provider without a referral. This option is designed for those who prefer a certain level of control over their health care choices and do not wish to be restricted by the managed care model used in other TRICARE options.

TRICARE Overseas, on the other hand, is specifically designed for service members and their families who are stationed outside of the continental United States. This program ensures that beneficiaries have access to health care services abroad, tailored to meet the unique needs of military families living overseas.

The other options mentioned do not accurately reflect the variations of TRICARE Select. While TRICARE Standard used to be a part of the program structure, it has been replaced by TRICARE Select in the recent transitions to streamline services. Similarly, TRICARE Reserve refers to options available to reserve component members, but is not a variation of Select itself. Thus, TRICARE Select, along with TRICARE Overseas, accurately captures the