Accessing civilian health care during the government shutdown for TRICARE beneficiaries - During the current lapse in government appropriations, you may continue to get care or attend currently scheduled appointments with your civilian providers. Your usual out-of-pocket costs will apply. You may also continue to fill prescriptions at military pharmacies, retail network pharmacies, and home delivery. However, TRICARE may not be able to process or pay medical claims for services received until funding is restored. The Defense Health Agency is also working with our TRICARE contractors to communicate with healthcare providers on potential delays in payment. If you are denied care or informed services are suspended, please contact TRICARE East customer service Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 6 PM (ET and CT) at (800) 444-5445.
 
For more information, visit https://www.tricare.mil/shutdown

Patient Resources

Policies

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Military Health System Policies

Department of Defense Medical and Dental Reimbursement Rates

Learn more about being reimbursed for medical and dental expenses

DHA’s Commitment to Serving Every Person with Equal Dignity and Respect

The DHA is proud to serve our beneficiaries and is committed to ensuring that all patients receive excellent care. DHA has established, in writing, policies that maintain formal and informal processes for patients to undertake when they believe otherwise.

References

DHA Administrative Instruction 101, Processing Procedures for Complaints Involving Discrimination in Military Health System (MHS) Health Programs and Activities
DHA Procedural Instruction 6025.02, Nondiscrimination in Military Health System (MHS) Programs and Activities
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