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Feature | April 20, 2026

How a Benefit Gets Covered

By TRICARE Communications

FALLS CHURCH, Va.  –  

Ever wonder how a new treatment, drug, or medical device becomes covered by TRICARE?

In this video, we break down the step-by-step process TRICARE must follow before making a new benefit available to beneficiaries.

You’ll learn:

  • How federal law defines what can and can't be covered by TRICARE
  • Why only Congress can change rules to change what is covered
  • How medical experts ensure treatments are safe and effective
  • What happens behind the scenes before a benefit becomes available

Learn more about covered services.

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