Wilddivine.com and TRICARE Coverage Guide
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## Quick answer Wild Divine (Wilddivine.com) is a biofeedback and wellness technology company that is **not** a TRICARE-covered medical benefit. TRICARE typically does not reimburse for the purchase of consumer-grade biofeedback hardware or software subscriptions from private retail websites for home use.
## In detail While biofeedback is a recognized therapeutic technique, TRICARE distinguishes between clinical biofeedback administered by a professional and consumer-grade "wellness" tools sold through sites like Wild Divine.
### The TRICARE Biofeedback Policy TRICARE policy (as outlined in the *TRICARE Policy Manual, Chapter 7, Section 4.1*) states that biofeedback is only a covered benefit when it is used as an adjunct to the treatment of specific medical conditions, such as: * Raynaud’s Syndrome * Urinary incontinence (stress or urge) * Chronic tension headaches * Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) — though this often requires secondary review and must be part of a comprehensive treatment plan.
### Why Wilddivine.com is generally excluded 1. **Non-Durable Medical Equipment (DME):** TRICARE covers DME that is medically necessary and prescribed by a provider. Consumer wellness gadgets sold directly to the public (like the iom2 sensor) usually lack the required "Premium" or "Medical-Grade" coding (HCPCS codes) needed for a claim. 2. **Self-Administered vs. Supervised:** TRICARE generally requires biofeedback to be supervised by a TRICARE-authorized provider (such as a psychologist or physical therapist). Self-led programs purchased on Wilddivine.com are considered "unsupervised" and "self-help," which are standard exclusions. 3. **Experimental/Investigational:** Many software programs on wellness sites are marketed for "inner peace" or "stress reduction." TRICARE does not cover services for general stress management or "wellness" in the absence of a diagnosed medical condition.
### How to get Biofeedback under TRICARE If a beneficiary requires biofeedback, they should: * **See a Primary Care Manager (PCM):** Get a referral for biofeedback as part of a physical therapy or mental health treatment plan. * **Find a Provider:** Use the East Region portal (Humana Military) or the West Region portal (TriWest Healthcare Alliance) to find a provider who performs clinical biofeedback. * **Costs (2026 Rates):** If approved, the cost-share depends on the plan. For example, a TRICARE Select Group A retiree might pay a $38 copay per outpatient visit in 2026, whereas an Active Duty family member on TRICARE Prime would pay $0 for the authorized office visit.
## Who this applies to * **Active Duty Service Members (ADSMs):** May use Wild Divine tools for personal use, but will not be reimbursed by the military health system. * **Retirees and Family Members:** Will be responsible for the full retail cost if they purchase hardware or subscriptions from Wilddivine.com. * **Providers:** Professionals who use biofeedback in their practice may purchase equipment, but they bill TRICARE for the *service* (CPT codes 90901 or 90911), not for the cost of the hardware itself.
## Common scenarios * **The PTSD Treatment:** A veteran in San Diego (West Region, TriWest) wants to use the Wild Divine iom2 to help with sleep and anxiety. Because this is a home-use, consumer-grade device, TriWest will not cover the $200+ hardware cost. The veteran must pay 100% out-of-pocket. * **The Physical Therapy Session:** A spouse in Virginia (East Region, Humana Military) receives biofeedback for pelvic floor dysfunction at a TRICARE-authorized clinic. TRICARE covers the session (minus the standard 2026 copay), but if the therapist suggests buying a home unit from Wilddivine.com to practice, that purchase remains a private expense.
## Related terms * **Durable Medical Equipment (DME):** Equipment that can withstand repeated use and is primarily used to serve a medical purpose. * **TriWest Healthcare Alliance:** The contractor managing the TRICARE West Region as of 2026 (T-5 contract). * **Humana Military:** The contractor managing the TRICARE East Region. * **CPT Code 90901:** The standard insurance billing code used for biofeedback training by any modality. * **Adjunctive Therapy:** A secondary treatment used to support the primary treatment plan.
## Sources * **TRICARE Policy Manual - Biofeedback:** [https://manuals.health.mil/](https://manuals.health.mil/) * **Humana Military (East Region):** [https://www.humanamilitary.com/](https://www.humanamilitary.com/) * **TriWest Healthcare Alliance (West Region):** [https://www.triwest.com/](https://www.triwest.com/) * **TRICARE.mil Covered Services:** [https://www.tricare.mil/CoveredServices/IsItCovered/Biofeedback](https://www.tricare.mil/CoveredServices/IsItCovered/Biofeedback)