Does TRICARE cover lab work, and how do I get my results?

Direct answer: Yes — TRICARE covers medically necessary lab tests ordered by a doctor, and if you're seen at a military hospital or clinic, results are available immediately through the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal.

Applies to: All TRICARE plans · All regions

Details

You can log in to the portal with a Common Access Card, DS Logon, or Personal Identity Verification credential (myAuth is replacing DS Logon). Along with lab results, the portal shows radiology reports, pathology reports, and clinical notes, and its secure messaging feature lets you follow up directly with your provider about a result. The Laboratory Developed Tests Demonstration Project (running through July 2028) also covers some lab-developed tests TRICARE doesn’t usually pay for.

What to do next

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