Injured on Active Duty
Event: |
QLE? |
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Injured on Active Duty |
Sometimes. Only injury or illness that results in medical retirement is a QLE. For more, visit the Medical Retirement QLE page. |
We have many programs and benefits available if you were injured on active duty. How you get your care depends on your current military status.
Active Duty Service Members
- You have one of TRICARE's Prime plans.
- Your primary care manager coordinates your care.
- You may also qualify for programs offered through the Department of Defense, your Service, or the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
- We offer special benefits, including respite care, for caregivers of wounded, ill, and injured service members.
National Guard and Reserve Members
- If you were on active duty for more than 30 days when injured, your benefits are the same as an active duty service member (see above).
- If you were on active duty for fewer than 30 days when injured, you may qualify for Line of Duty care.
Retired Service Members
If you’re a retired service members and have a service-connected injury or illness, you may qualify for benefits through TRICARE or the VA.
Last Updated 1/4/2019