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Home | Does Tricare Pay for Rehab?
Tricare is a government-managed program that provides healthcare for many members of the U.S. military community. Tricare is managed by the Defense Health Agency (DHA).
The following individuals are eligible for Tricare benefits:
Most Tricare members are eligible to receive treatment in hospitals and clinics that are operated by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). When covered individuals cannot get the services they need through the DoD, Tricare may fund their care at approved non-military treatment facilities.
Substance abuse, addiction, and mental health disorders can affect people from all walks of life. This includes military members, retirees, and their families. In fact, due in part to the unique stresses and pressures that are characteristic of military life, service members and their loved ones may have an increased risk for certain mental and behavioral health concerns.
The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) has reported that about 10% of U.S. military veterans have been diagnosed with a substance use disorder. NIDA notes that this rate is slightly higher than the prevalence of addiction among the general public in the United States.
A January 2022 study that was led by Catarina Inoue of the Army’s 1st Special Operations Medical Group reported the following about mental health in the U.S. military:
Once you have confirmed that your Tricare policy does pay for rehab, one of your next steps is to determine which level or levels of care you need:
Commercial insurance companies typically categorize healthcare providers as either in network or out of network. These designations are based on the type of business relationship that the insurer has with the provider.
Tricare uses the terminology “network” and “non-network” to identify a provider’s status:
Navigating the intricacies of an insurance policy can be a challenging endeavor in the best of times. When you are focused on finding effective drug rehab services for yourself or a member of your family, deciphering what is and isn’t covered can be a particularly frustrating experience
At Inner Voyage Recovery Center, we understand how difficult this can be, and we are here to help.
If you have been having any problems understanding your Tricare policy, please contact our center. With your permission, a member of our team can coordinate directly with a Tricare representative to confirm your coverage and verify your benefits.
The amount that Tricare will pay for rehab will vary depending on the specifics of your policy. In some cases, Tricare may pay for full rehab coverage, while in other cases there may be out-of-pocket expenses associated with your treatment.
As we noted in the previous section, a member of our team can (with your permission) work directly with a Tricare representative to get the answer to this and any other questions you have about the scope of your policy.
The amount that Tricare will pay for rehab will vary depending on the specifics of your policy. In some cases, Tricare may pay for full rehab coverage, while in other cases there may be out-of-pocket expenses associated with your treatment.
As we noted in the previous section, a member of our team can (with your permission) work directly with a Tricare representative to get the answer to this and any other questions you have about the scope of your policy.
Addiction doesn’t happen in isolation. Many people also struggle with anxiety, depression, or trauma, and we help you work through each of these concerns in a coordinated way. It all begins with a simple conversation.
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