Consultations (by another provider)
TRICARE covers advisory service(s) when provided by an authorized provider at the request of the patient's attending provider in the evaluation and management of a specific problem.
TRICARE doesn't cover:
- Telephone consultations and telephone toll charges.
- Staff consultations required by the policies of a hospital or other institution.
Disclaimer:
This list of covered services isn’t all-inclusive. TRICARE covers services that are medically necessaryTo be medically necessary means it is appropriate, reasonable, and adequate for your condition. and considered proven. Some services have special rules or limits, and some services are excluded. Learn how a benefit becomes covered.
Last Updated 3/20/2022