Does TRICARE cover dermatology for a skin condition?

Direct answer: Care for a diagnosed skin condition can be covered when it is medically necessary. Your plan decides whether you need a referral before a dermatology visit.

Applies to: All TRICARE plans · All regions

Details

TRICARE Prime usually starts with your primary care manager. TRICARE Select does not use that same referral pattern. A visit to change appearance, rather than to treat a condition, falls under the cosmetic-surgery rules.

Confirm the service on the covered-services list and with your contractor before you book.

What to do next

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