Policy lags arise because government actions are not instantaneous. The use of any stabilization policy encounters time lags between the onset of an economic problem, such as a business-cycle contraction or the onset of inflation, and the full impact of the policy designed to correct the problem.
TRICARE Reserve Select is a premium-based plan availalbe worldwide for qualified Selected Reserve members of the Ready Reserve and their families. If purchased, TRICARE Reserve Select is minimum essential coverage under the Affordable Care Act.
TRICARE Prime is basically a military HMO. Out-of-pocket costs vary on whether you are using the Standard or the Extra option. Extra requires you to use doctors within the Provider Network so your out-of-pocket costs are lower than using TRICARE Standard, which allows you to see any authorized medical provider.