How does TRICARE work when both spouses are service members?

Direct answer: When two uniformed service members are married, each person has their own eligibility, and a child is registered in DEERS under one sponsor. Confirm that sponsor assignment before you enroll the child.

Applies to: All TRICARE plans · All regions

Details

Use DEERS to see which sponsor the child is under. Eligibility rules are on TRICARE eligibility.

What to do next

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