Pharmacy
The TRICARE Pharmacy Program provides the prescription drugs you need, when you need them, in a safe, easy, and affordable way.
The TRICARE Pharmacy Program is administered by the pharmacy contractor, Express Scripts.
Pharmacy Options
TRICARE has four pharmacy options.
- Some prescription drugs may not be available at every pharmacy option.
- Certain restrictions may apply when using home delivery or retail pharmacies overseas.
Military Pharmacies Home Delivery Network Pharmacies
You may be able to get your prescriptions from a non-network pharmacy.
Pharmacy Costs
Your costs are based on your beneficiary category, beneficiary group, the type of drug you need, and the type of pharmacy you use.
- Go to Pharmacy Costs to learn more and compare costs at different pharmacy options.
- Check the TRICARE Formulary to learn more about coverage and costs for your medication.
Manage Your Prescriptions
Express Scripts has tools to help you manage your prescriptions.
- Create an Express Scripts account.
- Download the free Express Scripts Pharmacy mobile app.
Starting on Feb. 28, 2026, you have no copayments for covered drugs filled through TRICARE Pharmacy Home Delivery and TRICARE retail network pharmacies.
- To get non-formulary drugs at no cost, your provider must establish medical necessity.
- Rules for filling prescriptions for certain maintenance drugs still apply.
Learn more about pharmacy costs.
Last Updated 11/3/2025
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