Can a disabled adult child stay on TRICARE?

Direct answer: An unmarried child who cannot support themselves because a disability began before the usual age limit may stay eligible. The sponsor has to register that status in DEERS.

Applies to: All TRICARE plans · All regions

Details

Eligibility is a DEERS decision, not a decision this site can make. The sponsor should confirm the current age cutoff, the medical documentation, and how to register the child on the official eligibility pages before coverage is assumed.

What to do next

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