How does TRICARE cover autism care?

Direct answer: TRICARE publishes autism-related care under its covered services, including the Autism Care Demonstration. Eligibility for that demonstration is an official decision. Confirm the current rule on the official covered-services list before you schedule, and ask your regional contractor whether that service needs a referral or authorization.

Applies to: All TRICARE plans · All regions

Details

TRICARE publishes autism-related care under its covered services, including the Autism Care Demonstration. Eligibility for that demonstration is an official decision.

Start with the TRICARE covered services list. Take the procedure name, the plan, and the setting to your contractor.

What to do next

Confirm this with your Primary Care Manager or regional contractor before scheduling — rules can vary by region and by service.