What is the benefits number on military ID?

Department of Defense (DoD) Benefits Number
The DoD Benefits Number (DBN) is an 11-digit number on the back of the ID card. It verifies your TRICARE eligibility and helps you to file your claims. This is the number your doctor's office will need to use to file claims.
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Is DoD ID number same as benefits number?

Using the Correct Military Identification Card Number

DoD ID Number – a 10-digit number that is not used for TRICARE claims, eligibility, or authorization and referral purposes. DoD Benefits Number (DBN) – an 11-digit number that relates to TRICARE benefit eligibility. This number is located on the back of the card.
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Is your military ID your insurance card?

The military ID card doubles as a health insurance card. On the back is the Tricare beneficiary's benefits number and confirmation that the holder has access to military treatment facilities and civilian health care if the word "YES" appears under both the words "Medical" and "Civilian."
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Is your Social Security number on your military ID?

As of June 2011, the Social Security Number (SSN) is no longer printed on any DoD ID card. These changes are being made by the Department of Defense to protect the personal identity information of cardholders. ID Card Changes: New ID cards will have a DoD ID Number in place of the SSN.
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What information is on a military ID card?

Military ID cards include the member's name, affiliation (uniformed services), agency/department (branch of service), expiration date, rank, date of birth, DoD ID number, benefits number, and additional information found in the bar code, chip, and/or magnetic strip.
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What does a military ID number look like?

The following formats were used to denote U.S. military service numbers: 12-345-678: United States Army and U.S. Air Force enlisted service numbers. 123-45-67: United States Navy enlisted service numbers. 1234-567: United States Coast Guard enlisted service numbers.
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How do I find my military ID number?

Find your DoD ID number by looking on the back of Common Access Card (CAC) for the 10-digit number. If you don't have one on your CAC, go to DoD ID Card Office Online and login to view your profile.
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Where is my TRICARE benefits number?

DoD Benefits Number (DBN) – an 11-digit number that relates to TRICARE benefit eligibility. This number is located on the back of the card at the top, next to the date of birth. The DBN (or the sponsor's SSN) must be used to verify TRICARE eligibility and when submitting TRICARE claims.
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Do military ids have numbers?

The DoD identification number is a unique 10-digit number that is assigned to every person with a direct relationship with the department. The new number also will be the service member's Geneva Convention identification number.
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How many digits is a military ID number?

Q8. What is the DoD Identification Number? A8. The DoD ID Number is a unique ten (10) digit number that already exists and is commonly known as the Electronic Data Interchange Person Identifier (EDI-PI).
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Can you copy military ID for insurance?

Not only is it unwise to photocopy military and government IDs or common access cards (CAC), it's actually illegal under Title 18, U.S. Code Part I, Chapter 33, Section 701, and is punishable by fine and imprisonment.
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Do you get an insurance card with TRICARE?

When you enroll in a TRICARE health plan, you can download a wallet card via milConnect, that you can take to your appointments. On the card, you can write in your provider's name and phone number as a reference. The wallet card isn't proof of eligibility or enrollment.
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How do you use TRICARE insurance?

Using Select
  1. Step 1: Find a Doctor. Once enrolled, you can visit any TRICARE-authorized provider. ...
  2. Step 2: Make an Appointment. Schedule an appointment with any provider. ...
  3. Step 3: Pay for the Care. If you visit a network provider, you will only need to pay your cost-share.
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What does your DoD ID number mean?

The DoD ID Number is a unique number assigned to all U.S Department of Defense (DoD) Civilian, U.S. Military, and DoD Contract personnel with a Common Access Card (CAC). For these personnel, their DoD ID number is synonymous with their Electronic Data Interchange Personnel Identifier (EDIPI).
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Does DoD benefits number change?

The DoD Benefits Number is an existing number created by the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) for each Service member or sponsor. The DoD Benefits Number does not change over time.
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What is Edipi number?

The Department of Defense identification number, formerly referred to as the Electronic Data Interchange Personal Identifier (EDIPI), is a unique 10-digit number that is associated with personnel and their Common Access Card (CAC).
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How do I find my dependents DoD ID number?

Click "Common Access Card (CAC)" login on right. Click "My Profile Information" and then "Personal Information" in the drop-down menu. Your name and DoD ID number will be displayed. Click on any registered dependents on the left side of the page to display their DoD ID numbers.
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Does TRICARE give a 1095 A?

There are 3 different types of IRS 1095 forms: 1095-A - For members who got their insurance through the Health Insurance Marketplace or Exchange. 1095-B - For retirees, annuitants, and former spouses covered by TRICARE, and people enrolled in VA healthcare or Medicare.
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Is Humana military the same as TRICARE?

About us. Humana Military, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Humana Inc., partners with the Department of Defense to administer the TRICARE health program for military members, retirees and their families in the East Region.
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How do I find my 16 digit Edipi number?

Click on “Sign in Options” in the middle of the screen. 4. In the middle of the screen, select the smart card icon that corresponds to your sign on that shows a 16 digit EDIPI number.
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What does MW mean on my military ID?

MSC Military Sealift Command MWR Military Morale, Welfare, and Recreation.
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How do you decode an Army serial number?

Look at the First Number or Letter
  1. 1 = Enlisted in the Army (in other words, volunteered rather than drafted)
  2. 2 = Federally recognized National Guard.
  3. 3 = Drafted.
  4. 4 = Drafted.
  5. O (that's the letter O, not a zero) = Male commissioned officers.
  6. W = Male Warrant officers.
  7. T = Flight officers (Army Air Force)
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Is TRICARE free for military?

Active duty members pay no enrollment fees for Tricare Prime.
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What are the 3 types of TRICARE?

There are two TRICARE regions in the U.S.: TRICARE East. TRICARE West.
...
And there's one overseas region with three areas:
  • TRICARE Eurasia-Africa.
  • TRICARE Latin America and Canada.
  • TRICARE Pacific.
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