Does TRICARE cover substance abuse treatment?
Quick Answer
TRICARE covers substance abuse treatment including detox, outpatient counseling, intensive outpatient, residential treatment, and medication-assisted treatment.
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Key Takeaways
- Comprehensive substance abuse coverage
- Medication-assisted treatment included
- Multiple treatment levels available
- Confidentiality protections apply
Detailed Answer
TRICARE provides comprehensive substance abuse coverage.
Covered Services
- Assessment and evaluation
- Detoxification (inpatient)
- Outpatient counseling
- Intensive outpatient programs (IOP)
- Partial hospitalization
- Residential treatment
- Medication-assisted treatment (MAT)
- Relapse prevention
Medications Covered
- Suboxone/buprenorphine
- Naltrexone
- Disulfiram
- Other FDA-approved medications
Access
- Confidential treatment available
- No referral for first 8 sessions (Prime)
- TRICARE substance abuse hotline
- Active duty may have command referral
Treatment Settings
- MTF programs
- Network outpatient providers
- Residential treatment facilities
- Intensive outpatient programs
Active Duty Considerations
- Fitness for duty evaluations
- Command involvement may be required
- Supportive treatment available
- Career assistance programs
Related Questions
What mental health services does TRICARE cover?
TRICARE covers outpatient therapy, psychiatry, inpatient treatment, intensive outpatient programs, substance abuse treatment, and crisis intervention.
Does TRICARE cover residential treatment programs?
TRICARE covers residential treatment for mental health, substance abuse, and eating disorders when medically necessary and authorized.
What do most military families add to their TRICARE coverage?
Supplemental health insurance is the most common addition — it covers dental, vision, and out-of-pocket costs that TRICARE leaves uncovered. Life insurance and a legal will are also highly recommended.
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