Eye Exams

Your eye exam coverage depends on:

• Who you are
• Your TRICARE plan
• Your age

You may need a referral, a pre-authorization, or both. Learn more about referrals and pre-authorizations.

For full information on your eye exam coverage, visit:

• Eye Exams for Active Duty Service Members
• Eye Exams for Active Duty Family Members
• Eye Exams for Retirees, Their Families, and All Others
• Eye Exams for National Guard and Reserve Members and Their Families

The purchase of third-party vision insurance doesn’t affect your eye exam eligibility through TRICARE.

Well-Child Eye ExamsEye exams through TRICARE’s Well-child Care benefit are routine eye exams that may be given every two years between the ages of three and six that also include screening for amblyopia (lazy eye) and strabismus (crossed eyes). These eye exams are provided by an optometrist or ophthalmologist.

TRICARE covers well-child eye exams:

• Every two years beginning at age 3
• Between the ages of 3 and 6, the exam should include screening for lazy eye and crossed eyes.
• You can visit an optometrist or ophthalmologist.
• There’s no cost, regardless of plan.

Ophthalmic Services

TRICARE covers eye exams and other specialized services to diagnose or treat eye conditions.