TRICARE For Life

In the U.S. or U.S. Territories

You can schedule an appointment with any TRICARE-authorized provider but finding a Medicare participating provider is your best option. You will need your Medicare card and uniformed services ID card when you go to your appointment.

After your appointment:

• Your provider files the claim with Medicare.
• Medicare pays the provider and sends the remaining amount electronically to TRICARE.
• TRICARE pays the remaining amount to the provider; you pay nothing out-of-pocket.
• You receive an explanation of benefits from Medicare and TRICARE.

All Other Overseas Areas

• Schedule an appointment with any approved overseas provider.
• To find a provider, contact International SOS or search the overseas provider directory.
• TRICARE is the primary payer, so you're required to pay the TRICARE annual deductible and cost shares.