Tricare Select is a health care plan offered by the Department of Defense for eligible military families and retirees. It provides a flexible option that allows members to choose their own health care providers without needing a referral. This plan covers a wide range of services, including preventive care, hospitalization, and specialty care. Members of Tricare Select pay an annual deductible and a percentage of the costs for most services. It is designed to give beneficiaries more control over their health care choices while ensuring they have access to quality medical services.