TRICARE Select and Other Plans
If you're using any of these plans:
These rules apply to you for booking appointments:
- You don't usually need a referral for most primary and specialty careSpecialized medical/surgical diagnosis, treatment, or services a primary care provider isn’t qualified to provide. appointments (one exception is care through the Autism Care Demonstration).
- Some services may require pre-authorization.
- Contact your regional contractor if you have any questions about the type of care you need.
In the United States
Emergency Care |
- Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency roomThe hospital department that provides emergency services to patients who need immediate medical attention. immediately.
- If admitted, you may need authorization from your regional contractor.
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All Other Types of Care |
- Schedule an appointment with any TRICARE-authorized providerAn authorized provider is any individual, institution/organization, or supplier that is licensed by a state, accredited by national organization, or meets other standards of the medical community, and is certified to provide benefits under TRICARE. There are two types of TRICARE-authorized providers: Network and Non-Network. DS.
- Look for a network provider first. You'll save money and the network provider will file claims for you.
- If a network provider is not available, you can schedule the appointment with a non-network provider.
- You may get care at military hospitals or clinics if space is available.
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Overseas
You don't usually need a referral for most primary and specialty care appointments, but some services may require pre-authorization. Contact International SOS if you have any questions about the type of care you need.
Emergency Care |
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All Other Types of Care |
- Schedule an appointment with any approved overseas provider.
- To find a provider, contact International SOS or search the overseas provider directory.
- You may get care at military hospitals and clinics if space is available.
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Looking to book an appointment online at a military hospital or clinic? Visit the
Secure Patient Portal for more information.