Women & Children
Your health is our top priority; which is why we offer many services to support your wellness journey. Your TRICARE benefits cover maternity care and preventive screenings. As your family grows, Well-child care supports your children from birth to age five with regular doctor visits and vaccinations.
Access to Care
We also cover services for women and children, including telemedicine. To find a health provider, use the TRICARE East Network Provider Directory.
Here are some additional resources:
Walk-in Contraceptive Services
Fetal Surgery Centers of Excellence - Locate
Military OneSource or dial 800-342-9647
Military and Family Life Counselor
MHS Nurse Advice Line or dial 800-TRICARE (874-2273), opt 1
In Transition – Relocating assistance
Telemedicine – Virtual Health Care
TRICARE Coverage
TRICARE also offers coverage for:
Giving Birth or Adopting - Coverage
Assisted Reproductive Services - Coverage
Breastfeeding Counseling - Coverage
Contraception Chart - Coverage
Reproductive Health - Coverage
Learn how to register your child in DEERS, choose a TRICARE plan, and enroll (if required)
Newborn Coverage
To get TRICARE for your child, call DEERS at 800-538-9552 or visit Getting TRICARE for Your Child.
Important Enrollment Instructions:
Bring the official birth certificate and Social Security card to the DEERS office. You can use the signed “Certificate of Live Birth” from the hospital for pre-enrollment. The military member must go to the DEERS office unless the spouse has Power of Attorney. After enrollment, call Customer Service to enroll your baby in TRICARE; you can also do it online. Complete this within 90 days to avoid denied claims. This applies to TRICARE Reserve Select, where babies are not eligible until enrolled.
Call 800-444-5445 to enroll in a TRICARE plan after you complete DEERS enrollment. You can also enroll online at the Beneficiary Web Enrollment site.
For additional resources:
DEERS: 800-538-9552
Health Discovery Center
Are you ready to lead a healthier lifestyle and improve your well-being? Explore our Healthwise library to find information this and more including how to manage your child’s health, support during pregnancy, and women’s health topics.
Children's Health Resources
As parents, our priority is to keep our children safe and healthy. Starting healthy habits at a young age is more effective than trying to change them later. According to the CDC, two in five children aged six to 17 have a chronic health condition. But these conditions can’t be managed alone. They require teamwork among family, community groups and health care providers.
Helpful resources
Maternal Health Resources
Every stage of pregnancy should be a positive one. That’s why we focus on quality maternal health for every person who enters our care.
Women's Health
Women face unique health concerns and challenges. But healthy habits and preventive care, may help avoid diseases and improve quality of life.
Key topics include:
Download Free Mobile Apps
CDC Milestone Tracker App
Track your child's developmental progress by looking for important milestones using an interactive, illustrated checklist.
Express Scripts
Manage and track prescriptions, find a network pharmacy, get drug information and more.
TRICARE East
Allows beneficiaries in the East Region to make payments, check eligibility and find a provider.
QuitSTART
Get help if you are trying to quit.
Support Groups
Parenting Support - The NPSP helps military parents, including expectant parents, provide a nurturing environment for their children.
Transitional Assistance
When your benefit ends, TRICARE is still here to help. The Transitional Assistance Management Program (TAMP) offers 180 days of health care benefits after regular TRICARE ends. You do not pay any premiums for TAMP. It just covers you and your eligible family members during this transition.
Last Updated 11/27/2024