Reproductive Health
TRICARE’s coverage of pregnancy and reproductive health depends on the specific test, item, or service. Learn more about TRICARE’s pregnancy and reproductive health coverage:
Service | Your Coverage |
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Abortion | It depends. Only if pregnancy is the result of rape or incest or the mother's life is at risk. |
Assisted Reproductive Services | It depends. Some services may be covered in certain situations |
Birth Control |
Yes. May require a prescription. Most non-prescription contraceptives, non-coitalConnected with or relating to sexual intercourse. reproductive technologies, and most surgical sterilization reversals aren't covered.>>Learn more. |
Cancer of Female Reproductive Services | Yes. |
Cesarean Section | Yes. When medically necessaryTo be medically necessary means it is appropriate, reasonable, and adequate for your condition.. |
Hormone Replacement Therapy | Yes. |
Infertility | It depends. Some Assisted Reproductive Services are covered |
Labor & Delivery | Yes. Usually covered for at least 48 hours after a vaginal delivery and 96 hours after a cesarean section. If you have complications, you may stay longer. |
Mammograms | Yes. |
Pap Smears | Yes. Covered beginning at age 21. |
Pregnancy Care | Yes. Some limitations. Your plan may determine where you get care |
Prenatal Care | Yes. TRICARE doesn’t cover ultrasounds for routine screening or only to determine the sex of the baby. |
Well Woman Exam | Yes. Some screenings are age or risk related. |
Search for more information regarding women’s health and pregnancy coverage on our Is it Covered page.
Last Updated 12/12/2022