Does TRICARE cover skilled nursing facility care?

Direct answer: The official skilled nursing page says the care is covered when its conditions are met, including a qualifying hospital stay, and that there is no day limit while the care is medically necessary.

Applies to: All TRICARE plans · All regions

Details

Read Skilled Nursing Facility Care. The page says you are treated in a hospital for at least three consecutive days, not counting discharge day, and that you need pre-authorization.

The day-limit question is also answered on the official skilled nursing FAQ. TRICARE For Life follows Medicare’s skilled nursing rules. Dollar amounts stay on the official cost charts, not on this page.

What to do next

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