TRICARE East Region
Quick Definition
The TRICARE service region covering states east of the Mississippi River.
Key Takeaways
- Covers states east of the Mississippi River plus D.C. and territories
- Managed by Humana Military
- Region is determined by your home address
Full Definition
The TRICARE East Region is one of two geographic regions in the continental United States for TRICARE administration. Managed by Humana Military, the East Region covers all states east of the Mississippi River, plus Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
East Region coverage area includes: • All states east of the Mississippi River • Washington, D.C. • Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands • Major military installations including Fort Liberty, Fort Stewart, Joint Base Langley-Eustis, and many others
East Region services: • Provider network management • Claims processing • Customer service and support • Referral and authorization handling • Beneficiary education and outreach
Contact information: • Humana Military: 1-800-444-5445 • Website: humanamilitary.com • Online portal for self-service
Key facts: • Serves millions of TRICARE beneficiaries • Maintains an extensive civilian provider network • Coordinates with numerous MTFs across the region
Knowing your TRICARE region is important for contacting the correct contractor for claims, referrals, customer service, and provider network information. Your region is determined by where you live, not where you receive care.
Helpful Tips
- Contact Humana Military at 1-800-444-5445 for all East Region TRICARE questions.
- If you PCS from East to West Region, update your information with TriWest promptly.
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