Intensive Outpatient Program

TRICARE covers Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs). 
You may qualify for an IOP if you:

• Have a psychiatric or substance use disorder 
• Don’t need to be in a hospital full-time
• Need stabilization, symptom reduction, or prevention of relapse
• Need treatment for partially stabilized mental health disorders 
• Need a higher level of care than you're currently receiving in outpatient care
• Are transitioning from an:
  • Inpatient program
  • Psychiatric residential treatment center
  • Partial hospitalization
  • Regular outpatient services

Check with your regional contractor to see if you need to get prior authorization.