Hysterectomy

TRICARE covers hysterectomy procedures for:

  • Treatment of disease
  • Women who are about to undergo or are undergoing tamoxifen therapy
  • Women who have been diagnosed with hereditary non-polyposiscolorectal cancer or are found to be carriers of HNPCC-associated mutations

TRICARE doesn’t cover hysterectomy procedures performed:

  • Solely for sterilization in the absence of pathology
  • Only to preserve sexual function or to prevent postoperative complications
Disclaimer:

This list of covered services isn’t all-inclusive. TRICARE covers services that are and considered proven. Some services have special rules or limits, and some services are excluded. Learn how a benefit becomes covered.

Last Updated 9/18/2024