Does TRICARE have a 24/7 nurse advice line?

Direct answer: Yes — the Global/MHS Nurse Advice Line is free, available 24/7 by phone, web chat, or video chat. In the U.S., Guam, or Puerto Rico, call 800-TRICARE (800-874-2273) and choose Option 1.

Applies to: All TRICARE plans · All regions

Details

A registered nurse can help you decide the right level of care, find an urgent care or emergency facility, schedule a same-day or next-day appointment at a military hospital or clinic when clinically appropriate, and issue an online absence excuse or sick slip when medically appropriate. If you live overseas, go to MHSNurseAdvice.com for country-specific phone numbers instead of the domestic line.

What to do next

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