Who can get care at a military hospital or clinic?

 

All beneficiaries eligible for TRICARE can get care at military hospitals and clinics. The priority for getting appointments is: 

  1. Active duty service members
  2. TRICARE Prime enrollees
  3. TRICARE Young Adult-Prime Option enrollees
  4. TRICARE Plus enrollees

All others (including dependent parents and parents-in-lawcan get care only if space is available. Visit the Types of Military Facilities page to learn more about military hospitals and clinics. 

To find a military hospital or clinic in the U.S. or overseas, use the Military Hospital or Clinic Locator. Call first to see if you can make an appointment. 

Last Updated 3/29/2024