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Tricare does cover acupuncture, but only for specific conditions such as chronic pain, nausea from chemotherapy, and certain other approved diagnoses. Coverage may vary based on the specific Tricare plan, and treatment must be provided by a qualified and licensed practitioner. It's advisable to check with Tricare or a healthcare provider for detailed information on eligibility and limitations.
What else can I help you with?
Does tricare for life pay for acupuncture?
No TRICARE policy covers acupuncture at this time. To request action to change this ruling write to the following address: TRICARE MANAGEMENT ACTIVITYSKYLINE 5, SUITE 8105111 LEESBURG PIKEFALLS CHURCH, VA22041-3206
Does Tricare cover tubal ligation for a dependent?
Yes, as long as you are under Tricare of any form(prime, standard, life). Tricare should cover it 100%.
Does tricare cover invisalign?
No.
How do you get tricare to cover a new mattress?
Hopefully you don't.
Does tricare cover paternity tests?
No. It does not.Paternity Testing - Excluded
Does tricare cover chelation therapy?
Yes, but only for FDA approved treatments (i.e. heavy metal toxicity). Tricare does not cover the therapy for the treatment of other illnesses, such as heart disease or cancer.
Does the veterans administration cover acupuncture?
Yes, the VA covered acupuncture for me for the past couple of years.
How many ultra sounds does tricare cover?
One at 20 weeks to determine health and exact gestational age of baby. There are other instances that Tricare will also cover. Those specific situations is covered here at their website. https://www.hnfs.net/common/benefits/ultrasound_policy_040106.htm The above statement is false. Tricare only covers ultra sounds if there is an issue. Tricare will make you pay for it if it is just a routine ultra sound.
Why doesn't Medicare cover the cost of acupuncture?
Acupuncture is considered an alterntive treatment. Insurance and medicare does not cover alternative treatments. The reasons for this have their roots in history and the development of pharmeceudical medicine. Alternative treatments are not considered "proven scientific practices," even though acupuncture, herbal treatments, and other alternative treatments have been used with success for decades or centuries.
Does Tricare cover Prolia injections for osteoporosis?
Well, honey, Tricare does cover Prolia injections for osteoporosis, but don't go planning your victory dance just yet. You'll need to jump through some hoops like getting prior authorization and meeting certain criteria. So, grab a cup of coffee and get ready to tackle some paperwork - it's not gonna be a walk in the park, but hey, at least you're covered.
Does Medicare cover the cost of acupuncture?
From the 2009 Publication "Medicare and You" on www.medicare.gov : "What's NOT Covered by Part A and Part B? Items and services that Medicare doesn't cover include, but aren't limited to, the following: ■■Acupuncture. "
If you have Tricare Prime through your husband who is retired military and you also have Blue Shield through work as a federal employee which is primary and which is secondary?
Tricare prime from your husband is the primary and your federal employee insurance is secondary. It means whatever Tricare Prime does not cover, Blue Shield should pick it up. Ah, wrong. If you read the Tricare documentation, it clearly states if you have another health insurance company, Tricare is automatically the secondary. It doesn't matter who is the military member.
