MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
CONGRATULATIONS TO VFW POST 392 FOR HAVING EARNED ALL-AMERICAN HONORS FOR THE 2024-2025 BUSINESS YEAR!!
It is our pleasure to present to you the latest edition of RED, WHITE, and BLUE THREE NINETY TWO's Monthly Newsletter. The October, 2025 Newsletter is now available for your review (scroll down for the past year's worth of Newsletters). In it you will find messages from Post and Auxiliary Leadership, upcoming events, recent past events, birthdays, passings, Canteen information, and longevity awards. Please take time to review the Newsletter in its entirety to see what YOUR VFW Post is doing for our members and community. Also note that the printed hard copy of the Newsletter is only current as of the time of publication - events are subject to being added, changed, or deleted, and the electronic copy found below is updated for that month. For the most up to date calendar of events, click on the link on the left to view our Calendar page.
Scroll down to just above the Tricare info to see the updated list of VA Clinics in PACMOAA Service Area as of 12 March 2025
Updates regarding Tricare Costs for 2025 can be found at the bottom of this page.
Also, scroll down to see this year's VFW Post 392 Patriot's Pen, Voice of Democracy, and Teacher of the Year winners, as well as the National winners for 2024!
Click this link to see the latest Veteran Benefits Newsletter | June 2025
Scroll down to see links to the past year's worth of Newsletters. At the bottom of the page is contact information for our Virginia State VA Representatives in Virginia Beach and updated information (as of 12/23/2024) regarding changes to TRICARE.
The Virginia Department of Veterans Services (DVS) Fall 2025, Volume 1 eNews has been published. It contains important information for Virginia veterans and their families. You can read it by clicking
here.(Updated 10/7/2025)
The attached document contains Reproductive Health Facts and
Guidelines determined by the Department of Veterans Affairs and
the Department of Defense.
We know a lot of service members, veterans, and their families are struggling with all kinds of challenges. If you need some assistance in dealing with these issues, please reach out and get the help that can assist you through them. If you're a Tricare subscriber, there's Counseling and Mental Health programs available to you!! Click the image below for more information!!
Quarterly Retiree Newsletter
If you are a Reservist or National Guard member in the Gray Area, please check out our Spotlight article to learn more about Combat-Related Special Compensation and Concurrent Retirement and Disability Pay. Changes are coming in June that may affect the way you pay SBP monthly premiums if you are currently paying these premiums directly. Please pay close attention to this article for important information. Time flies and the April 15th deadline is fast-approaching. Our tax article has helpful tips to ensure you have everything needed to complete your filing.
We are proud to announce our new askDFAS tips video on the DFAS YouTube channel. This video outlines all the askDFAS online tools to easily manage your Retired Pay or SBP Annuity account. Find out all about it in our askDFAS article. Did you know there is a new checklist that facilitates requesting a Special Needs Trust? Please read this article if you need to know more about Special Needs Trusts. Check out the list of Retiree Appreciation Days that DFAS will participate in this year. If there is an event near you, we highly encourage you to attend. We always look forward to meeting our retirees and assisting in any way we can. Finally, please read the articles from our Pay Partners, who provided valuable information for you.
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We also have a downloadable PDF of the newsletter you can share with others in the military retiree community. Click here: https://www.dfas.mil/Portals/98/Documents/RetiredMilitary/Newsletter/DFAS Retiree Newsletter June 2025.pdf
Sincerely,
DFAS Retired & Annuitant Pay
Guidance for Veterans Facing Federal Government Layoffs
The VFW is committed to supporting veterans affected by federal government layoffs, and therefore, has developed some guidance for those impacted. Please share this information with your networks. You can open the document by clicking the link here.
VFW COMMANDER IN CHIEF TESTIMONY BEFORE CONGRESS, March 4th, 2025
Attached is a copy of the testimony delivered by the VFW CINC Al Lipphardt to the Joint Senate/House Committee on Veterans Affairs this date. This testimony is in regard to the Government being asked to honor the veteran benefits agreed to in their enlistment contract. To open the document, click here.
Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Launch of
Virginia Veterans Network
On Veterans Day (2024), Governor Glenn Youngkin announced the launch of the Virginia Veterans Network (VVN) – the Commonwealth’s new online one-stop information resource for Virginia veterans, transitioning service members and their families. He revealed this exciting development and honored the contributions of Virginia’s military veterans today during the Hampton Roads Council of Veterans Organizations’ (HRCVO) annual Veterans Day Luncheon in Virginia Beach, where he met Post 392's own Grant Pollock and a few other members. This is a wonderful new network to support veterans in the Commonwealth.
For further information, and to see photos of the event, please click here.
To access the VVN, click here.
Governor Glenn Youngkin celebrates the launch of the Virginia Veterans Network at Veterans Day Luncheon on Monday, November 11, 2024. Official Photo by Christian Martinez, Office of Governor Glenn Youngkin.
MESSAGE FROM THE VFW ADJUTANT GENERAL REGARDING
"CLAIM SHARKS"
Comrades,
For the last week our Communications Department has been
working on a couple of videos that we are now putting out on Social Media to
counter the ads that the “Claims Sharks” are just now starting to put out.
They are not Camp Lejeune ads; these are ads by firms stating they can
handle veterans claims and get the veteran all the benefits they deserve or
can help them increase their existing claims. Of course, there is a
cost to this, and it comes out of the veterans pocket and the Veteran has
already paid through their service.
While our Washington office is busy working on the
legislative side to address these “Claims Sharks”, we on the fraternal side
can make sure we do our best to starve the “Claims Sharks” so they do not
have enough to eat. I am sure many of you have heard about combined
arms through your service. It is important that while we work
diligently in D.C. we must also work just as hard out in the trenches by
combining that one-two punch of combined arms.
I am adamant that the VFW show up to any fight where
veterans need us. The two ads below are the ads that will be going out
on Social Media nationwide to show our members, those veterans who need us
and the rest of the world that we are present on the battlefield of
veteran’s advocacy and always will be.
Please pass this email on to the members in your
respective Departments and ask them to look for them on Social Media.
I would ask that when they see our ads on whatever Social Media channel
share and or tag them with other veterans and their families.
These two are a start. More are being developed.
Any questions, concerns or compliments please let me
know.
Through your service, YOU’VE ALREADY PAID FOR VA
CLAIMS ASSISTANCE! Don’t let the “Claim Sharks” take part of what’s yours.
Contact a VFW Accredited Service Officer today!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-fecyOlhtV8
Through your service, YOU’VE ALREADY PAID FOR
ACCESS TO VA BENEFITS. You’ve also earned the backing of America’s largest
war veterans organization. So let our Accredited Service Officers help you
file your VA claim AT NO COST and steer clear of “Claim Sharks.”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1uvnbrPliCw
Dan West
Adjutant General
Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States
406 W. 34th Street
Kansas City, Missouri 64111
816.968.1110
Join at
www.vfw.org/join/eligibility
From VFW Post 392 Canteen Manager Shelly Hughes:
VFW Post Members, Good Day!
I wanted to address a few issues
we are having with regard to our access control system door locks,
electronic key fobs, and their usage. The purpose of the newer system of
door locks and key fobs is to protect our members and our employees from
unnecessary risks. The system only works if we as a group use it
appropriately. Having said that please follow the procedures listed below:
1. Please bring your fob with you when
visiting the Post. This saves the bartenders from having to confirm your
membership and authorization to use the facility. If guests accompany you,
they must be signed in immediately upon arrival.
2. Opening the door(s) and allowing access
to our Post is the responsibility of the bartender on duty. Please don't
open the door for anyone that doesn't have their fob. Again, this is the
responsibility of the bartender on duty.
3. Never allow access to the Post to
anyone that you don't personally know. We need to know their reason for
wanting access and review photo identification for all individuals that are
not known members.
4. Never, under any circumstances, should
any exterior access door be propped open without the express permission of
the Quartermaster, Canteen Manager, or bartender on duty, and then only for
long enough to move deliveries or equipment through the door. Exterior doors
will not be left open if unattended.
Violations of this policy will be
reported to the House Committee Chairperson for action.
If you need a replacement fob or haven't
picked up your fob from the Post, please see the bartender on duty or
Quartermaster John Phillips.
If you have any questions, please
let me know.
Shelly Hughes
Canteen Manager
canteenmanager392@gmail.com
757-486-5875
Please note that this prohibition includes vaping and e-cigarettes. Smoking is permitted on the covered patio.
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VFW Post 392 On Facebook And Twitter
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VFW National Home: Celebrating a Century of Service: 100-Year Anniversary Gala
VFW National Home's 100-Year Anniversary Gala on February 8, 2025, was truly a night to remember. Two hundred supporters, alumni, and staff of the VFW National Home gathered at the DoubleTree by Hilton in downtown Lansing to commemorate the milestone: 100 years of dedicated service to veterans and their families! This momentous event was not just a celebration; it was a heartfelt acknowledgment of the unwavering commitment to honoring our veterans and their sacrifices.
Despite her absence, Michigan's Governor Gretchen Whitmer made her presence felt by sending a heartfelt video congratulating the VFW National Home on this significant anniversary. She also took a moment to give a special shoutout to Buddy Poppy Layla, which brought an extra touch of warmth to the occasion. Brian Love, Director of the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency, read the Governors Tribute that was awarded to the VFW National Home. It was quoted as saying "With each passing year, this organization continues to leave an irreplaceable and life-changing mark on the lives of our valued and respected veterans and their families. The VFW National Home in Eaton Rapids serves as an inspiration to all and demonstrates the importance of community support across many generations".
Read our blog to learn more.
2025 VFW PRIORITY GOALS
Below you will find the 2025 VFW Priority Goals. Please click here or on each image to open a full size PDF copy of the document for review.
NEW IN 2025 - VFW STARS AND STRIPES SOCIETY
We have a new way to donate to the VFW, especially for individuals who may want to give larger amounts or companies who donate. The details are attached and below.
Click the image below to open a full size .pdf version of it.
POST 392 LEGACY CEILING TILES
VFW Post is now selling 2' x 2' Legacy Ceiling Tiles that can be hung in the Canteen or Main Hall Ceiling at the Post. They are very high quality and can be ordered at the Post for $65.00. You may obtain one for yourself, or to memorialize any veteran whose service you wish to honor. This includes members of our Auxiliary!
There are already over sixty in place, and they look great!! The order form can be downloaded by clicking
here. Here are some examples of Legacy Tiles already in place. Click the image to see full size. You can view additional tiles and get additional information by opening the August 2021 MOCA Insert.
NOTE: We lost Stu on March 21st, 2024, a month shy of a year since he attended this Honor Flight Mission. We note this to advise those that may be considering going, or know someone that should go on an Honor Flight Mission, to sign-up before it is too late. ODHF is currently accepting applicants with service during the Vietnam War or prior, or more recent veterans with disabilities that may be expected to shorten their lifespan or otherwise preclude them from travelling to visit these memorials. Please visit Old Dominion Honor Flight to learn more and register as a Veteran attendee, Guardian, or in a support role.
2025-2026 SCHOLARSHIP NEWS
The VFW Voice of Democracy and Patriot's Pen Essay Competitions are now open. Submissions through VFW Post 392 are being accepted through October 31st, 2025. To access and get the information for the programs, click on the thumbnails below and scan the QR code on the flyers. Further information can be obtained from Junior Vice Commander Thomas Horton or Sue Sowers.
2024-2025 SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS UPDATE
All
of our Post winners were recognized in April at our Annual
Community Service Awards Ceremony. See the images for the list of
winners. Thank you for your support.
Sue C. Sowers
Scholarship Chairperson
Suesowers46@gmail.com
Phone: 757-641-0624
Voice of Democracy: Topic: ‘What Are the
Greatest Attributes of our Democracy?’ This is type written and
then dictated on a USB Drive or other electronic device. 3-5
minutes (+ or – 5 seconds max). Completed entry form. You must be
the sole author and dictation must be in your own voice and in English.
The body of the Essay must not identify you in any way. Also, no
music, singing, poetry or sound effects. Be sure to sign your entry.
Grades 9-12 only. Open to public, private or parochial school students
as well a home school study programs and dependents of US Military or
Civilian personnel in overseas schools. One winner for every 15 entries
move up to the next level, District. To see the 2024 National winner,
visit this link:
VFW 2024 National Youth Scholarship Winners Named - VFW.
Patriot’s Pen:
Topic: ‘How Are You Inspired by America? A typewritten essay in English with
no color or graphics. 300-400 words in length (+ or – 5 words
max.) Do not put your name on your essay. Your entry form is
your essays cover sheet. Essay must be the contestant’s original work
and a product of the contestant’s own thinking. No poetry is
accepted. Be sure to sign your entry. Open to public, private or
parochial school students as well a home school study programs and
dependents of US Military or Civilian personnel in overseas schools. One
winner for every 15 entries move up to the next level, District.
Grades 6, 7, and 8 only. To see the 2024 National Winner, visit this
link:
VFW 2024 National Youth Scholarship Winners Named - VFW.
Smart/Maher VFW National Citizenship Education
Teacher Award: All entering, please make sure you have all
your information submitted, including Head and Shoulder Photo, completed
and signed entry form, one page resume, up to 5 pages teaching
experience including references, news articles, etc. Please make sure to
read over the instructions with your entry.
All entries for Post 392 and 1211 should be mailed
or delivered to: VFW Post 392, 2408 Bowland Parkway, Virginia Beach, VA
23454. Any questions, please feel free to call Sue Sowers,
Scholarship Chairman, 757-641-0624.
High School:
Voice of Democracy
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This audio-essay program provides high school students with the
unique opportunity to express themselves in a patriotic-themed recorded
essay. The 2024-25 theme is: "Is America Today Our Forefathers' Vision?" Each year, nearly 25,000 9-12 grade students enter to win their
share of more than $2 million in educational scholarships and incentives
awarded through the program. The national first place winner receives a
$35,000 scholarship paid directly to their American university, college
or vocational/technical school. Other national scholarships range from
$1,000-$21,000 and the first-place winner from each VFW Department
(state) wins at least a scholarship of $1,000. For 2024 Applications must be
turned in to VFW Post 392 by midnight,
October 31, 2024.
Before submitting your essay, read the rules and
eligibility requirements on
www.vfw.org or contact the Scholarship
Chairman.
Young American Patriotic Art Contest -
Students submit an original two-dimensional piece of artwork. Entry must
have been completed during the current school year. Student entries
must be submitted to VFW Auxiliary 392 by March 31, 2024. Students
begin by competing at the local VFW Auxiliary level. The first-place
winner from each Auxiliary advances to the Department (state)
competition. Department first-place winners compete for their share of
$34,000 in national awards, and the national first-place winner is
awarded a $15,000 scholarship. To download an entry form, visit
www.vfwauxiliary.org/scholarships.
3-Dimensional Dimensional Patriotic Art
Contest - Students submit an original three-dimensional
piece of artwork. Entry must have been completed during the current
school year. Students begin by competing at the local VFW
Auxiliary level. Student entries must be submitted to VFW Auxiliary
392 by March 31, 2024. The first-place winner from each Auxiliary
advances to the Department (state) competition. Department first-place
winners compete for their share of $4,000 in national awards, and the
national first-place winner is awarded a $2,500 scholarship. To download
an entry form, visit
https://vfwauxiliary.org/scholarships.
Middle School
Patriot’s Pen -
Students in grades 6-8 may enter the VFW’s Patriot’s
Pen youth essay contest for a chance to win their share of more
than $1.4 million in state and national awards. The 2024-25 theme is:
"My Voice in America's Democracy?" Each first-place state winner receives a minimum of $500 at the national level and the national
first place winner wins $5,000. The essay contest encourages young minds
to examine America’s history, along with their own experiences in modern
American society, by drafting a 300- to 400-word essay based on a
patriotic theme. Entrants are due to VFW POST 392
by midnight, Oct. 31, 2024.
Before submitting your essay, read the rules and eligibility
requirements at
Youth Scholarships - VFW.
Any questions or to request entry forms or rules
and regulations, contact the Scholarship Chairman at
suesowers46@gmail.com
or call 757-641-0624.
Attention Teachers!
Get Acquainted with VFW's Programs (Click to open)
National
Scholarship Programs Brochure (Click to open)
FULL INFORMATION FOR ALL THREE PROGRAMS AND THE LISTS OF 2023-2024 WINNERS CAN BE FOUND BY CLICKING THIS LINK: https://www.vfw.org/community/youth-and-education/youth-scholarships
Scout of the Year: Scouts who are registered, active members of a Boy or Girl Scout Troop, Venturing Crew, or a Sea Scout Ship who have received the Eagle Scout Award, Girl Scout Gold Award, Venture Summit Award or Sea Scout Quartermaster Award. Closed for the 2024-2025 Season. For further information, visit ScoutoftheYearBrochureandEntryForm.pdf (azureedge.net)
VIRGINIA VETERANS AFFAIRS REPRESENTATIVE
State Veterans Services is locate in Pembroke Bldg 5, 293 North Independence Blvd, Suite 109, Virginia Beach VA 23462, (757) 552-1884, Fax 757-552-1882. You can also contact the Dept of VA concerning your VA questions and concerns at 1-800-827-1000 or click this link for full information: https://www.dvs.virginia.gov/dvs/locations/virginia-beach-field-office
Korean War Legacy Foundation
Greetings,
We hope this email finds you, your family, and
the members of your organization well. Please allow us, at the
Korean War Legacy Foundation, to reintroduce ourselves. Our goal
at KWLF,
https://koreanwarlegacy.org/about-us/, is to preserve
the memory and legacy of the Korean War so that future generations will
understand the sacrifices that Korean War veterans made during the war
in order to promote democracy and freedom.
Our organization strives to preserve the memory
of the Korean War and those who fought in it. With this goal in
mind, our newest project, THE 22
https://the22koreanwar.org/ , is a website designed to
create an online community that honors and memorializes the service of
all those who fought in the Korean War. We hope to have profiles
from all 22 participating nations in the war and eventually create
lesson plans so that the Korean War has its rightful place in history
classes across the country.
We would like to invite you and your members to
not only visit the website, but also create profiles to honor the heroes
in your organization. At KWLF we often feature these profiles on
our Facebook page, and we plan on highlighting many of them at the
Korean War Veterans Memorial Wall of Remembrance Dedication Ceremony
this July in Washington D.C.
We are aware that the new Korean War Veterans
Memorial Wall of Remembrance might be inaccessible to many vets, and we
hope that our site, THE 22, will serve as an extension of the memorial
to honor both fallen soldiers and all others who served. Please
know that we are a non-profit organization and will never charge or
solicit anyone on our websites. Creation of profiles on THE 22
https://the22koreanwar.org/ is free and
advertisement free. We hope to highlight the VFW Chapter with the
most profiles on our website and email blasts.
Should you have any questions, we would be
happy to help you navigate our websites.
We thank you for your service and dedication to veterans,
Michelle PenyyClick the image below to open to a PDF file with instructions and live links.
UPDATES
A century ago, the VFW National Home for Children began as a place where families left behind by war could remain together. Today, the National Home has evolved to meet the changing needs of America’s military and veterans’ families.
ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY WREATH LAYING
The Public can now lay flowers on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery for the first time in 100 years. Click this link for further information.
VA Clinics in PACMOAA Service Area as of 12 March 2025
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Veteran Benefits Newsletter |
June 2025
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Health Matters (East) Newsletter (June 2025)
This quarterly newsletter provides information about your TRICARE benefit. This stateside edition contains information specific to beneficiaries living in the East Region. Check the map to find your region.
Get future issues of this newsletter, plus more news and benefit updates, delivered to your email. Sign up for TRICARE email updates.
Issue 2 | 2025
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Unlock Your Health: How To Get Mental Health Care With TRICARE
Mental health is a vital part of your overall well-being. Whether you’re having difficulty managing day-to-day stress or navigating more complex challenges, TRICARE offers mental health support when—and where—you need it. -
Q&A: Your TRICARE Catastrophic Cap
How many times will you see a medical provider this year? Will your family member need to get urgent care or see a specialist? You can’t always predict your family’s healthcare needs. But you can know the most you could have to pay for TRICARE covered services. TRICARE calls this your catastrophic cap. -
Getting Prior Authorizations for TRICARE Prescriptions: Your Questions Answered
When you’re covered by a TRICARE health plan, you also have pharmacy coverage through the TRICARE Pharmacy Program. And as with any TRICARE plan, it’s important to know how this program works. You should be familiar with certain terms that can help you make the most of your pharmacy benefit.One of those terms is prior authorization.
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Learn About TRICARE Health Plan Options for Young Adults
As graduation season arrives, TRICARE-eligible young adults and their family members should understand how this milestone affects their TRICARE health coverage. Here’s what you need to know about TRICARE health plan options for young adults. -
New TRICARE Drive Time Waiver Policy Makes it Easier To Keep Your Primary Care Manager if You Move
Are you moving to a new home? Is it more than a 30-minute drive from your primary care manager? If so, TRICARE is making it simpler to keep your TRICARE Prime coverage. Now, most families who live more than 30 minutes but less than 100 miles from their PCM can continue seeing them without taking action. -
Are You Ready to Quit Smoking, Vaping, or Chewing Tobacco? We're Here To Help
Ready to quit vaping, smoking cigarettes, or using smokeless tobacco? You aren’t alone; we can help. While many people find quitting nicotine stressful and overwhelming, our nicotine specialists are ready to help you get started with the Commit to Quit program. -
Claims, Referrals, and Authorizations at Your Fingertips
Looking to find the status of a referral or authorization? Searching for details on a claim? Here are two easy ways to find what you’re looking for 24/7, or when you’re on the go: the TRICARE East app and the beneficiary self-service tool.
Does TRICARE cover my care when I travel?
Yes. How you get care depends on your plan and where you’re traveling (U.S., U.S. territories, or overseas). To learn more, choose your plan from the list below:
If it’s an emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency facility.
If it’s after hours or you’re not sure if you need to see a doctor, check with the Military Health System Nurse Advice Line. It’s available 24/7 by phone, web chat, and video chat.
Note: TRICARE doesn't cover vaccines you need for travel or COVID-19 testing for travel.
I'm PCSing. What do I need to do?
As the sponsor, whether you PCS by yourself or with your family, before you move make sure to:
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If you see any
civilian medical or dental providers, be
sure to ask for copies of your records to
take with you.
- If you have a family, you may request to transfer copies of your family members’ medical records to the military hospital or clinic nearest to your new duty station.
- Discuss any health care issues with your primary care manager and schedule any routine care and immunizations.
- Fill your prescriptions to make sure you have enough medication to last throughout your move and immediately after.
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Check health plans
that you may be eligible for. You may have
different health plan options when you move.
Go to the TRICARE
Plan Finder or
review the TRICARE
Plans Overview.
- Don’t disenroll from your current plan before moving.
Once you arrive at your next duty station, make sure to:
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Update your address
and contact information in the DEERS.
- Once you update DEERS, you have 90 days from the date of the move to make changes to your enrollment. PCSing is a TRICARE Qualifying Life Event. A QLE allows you and your eligible family members to enroll in or change your TRICARE health plan outside of TRICARE Open Season.
- Call the TRICARE contractor to change your region, plan, PCM, or all three.
- Transfer your eligible prescriptions via home delivery or get your prescription filled at your closest military pharmacy or TRICARE retail network pharmacy.
- Turn in your medical and dental records to records management.
Electronic Payment OptionsDo you want an easy way to make monthly premium payments? Sign up for electric funds transfer or recurring credit card payments and never miss a due date. Enroll in EFT, or allotment, payments. It’s the safest way to pay your monthly premiums as we automatically withdraw payments directly from your bank account. You can also set up recurring credit card payments to pay for your monthly premium, using a credit or debit card. Learn more and find forms to start making electronic payments. Note: Don’t submit payment information via secure mail or chat functions in beneficiary self-service. Only submit payment information online, via mail, or fax.
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