Explore TRICARE benefits for addiction treatment, including coverage for rehab services, MAT options, and mental health care.
TRICARE Health Coverage for Addiction Treatment
Explore TRICARE benefits for addiction treatment, including coverage for rehab services, MAT options, and mental health care.
If you’re in the American Armed Forces, there’s a good chance you have TRICARE. You may also have TRICARE if you served in the past or if you’re a family member of someone who served or is serving. You can use TRICARE the same way you would use health insurance. The funding for your TRICARE benefits comes from the Department of Defense.
TRICARE’s plans provide coverage for medical and pharmacy benefits. You can also get dental and vision from them too. Most services will be covered by the medical benefit. The pharmacy benefit will cover medications that your provider prescribes to treat you.
If you’re mapping out treatment options or checking whether centers are in network, you can learn more about rehab options to review providers suited to your benefits.
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My sobriety journey started at Boca. The staff members including Miss Tracey, Hannah and Kevin their alumni coordinator have completely flipped the trajectory of my life. I was immediately taken in with open caring arms and they made my detox process as comfortable as possible. During my stay, Joe was extremely helpful in helping me slowly gain my appetite back and start to feel stronger and was so attentive to my nutritional health. Nurse Patrick was so kind to me during my intake and Kevin still reaches out to me very often to check in and is so helpful in my recovery process. I owe gaining my life, my strength and my family back to Boca and I am eternally grateful❤️
Rianna Dean
2 weeks ago
Great facility with even greater staff. One of the best rehab/detox in South, NJ.
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Boca @ Pompano Beach taught me how to live again. They showed me there was a way to be happy and fully enjoy life to its true extent. I knew I was a strong woman but I had no idea how strong I actually was…15 years of drinking and Stage 3c cancer had really taken ahold of my will to live, but I got it back when I submerged myself in the program while I was there as well as when I got back to real life. This program saved my life in more ways than just getting sober. Life is truly amazing for me now, I wake up every day excited about doing all the things I can! You are only wasting precious time…take some out to save your own life!!!
Courtney Adams
1 week ago
All the techs are great! I learned so much at Boca. And the therapists are awesome.
Jacklyn Gerrity
1 week ago
This facility is great ! You get the comfort you need for a smooth transition. Clinical team is great, staff is patient and understanding, food is better than most, and nursing is attentive and will take care of you. If you have complaints don’t forget the accountability part of why you were there in the first place…5/5
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Staff are very friendly and the food is great classes are very informative
Spliff Cypress
1 week ago
Had a great experience here. From the staff to the case workers to the nurses. All around from top to bottom made sure to make me feel they were really here for me personally.
Seth Kefer
1 week ago
Phenomenal place! All of the staff are very helpful and friendly. Anthony, client care coordinator is always checking in to make sure you are ok and if anything is needed, helps with a smile! Jason(therapist) is great, more in tuned than most I have seen. . Karen (EMDR) is gifted and am privileged to have been able to work with her. Magic Mike will blow your mind with his knowledge and things he can do. Food is good. Facility is clean. Beds on residential side are comfy.bon detox they are average. Such an amazing group! I have been to a few different rehabs and this one is top notch!!!
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This place damn near saved my life. Staff is amazing and care almost on a personal level. Nurses are knowledgeable and groups are interactive informative and inclusive
V Montez
1 week ago
Boca recovery was a magical experience during a very difficult time that will always hold a special place in my heart. From top to bottom, the support of staff is second to none.
Tyler and Carrie, Carter, Alexx, Ashley, Brooke, Michelle, Meagan, and the rest of the techs are phenomenal. My therapist January opened my eyes to perspectives I had been missing my entire life and Justin the case manager worked tirelessly from the start all the way until his wife gave birth on my last day to make sure I was set up for success.
The nurses are amazing and the medical attention someone needs during this portion of their recovery is 110% offered around the clock.
The place has everything you need from a gym to recreational activities, spacious beds with luxury amenities. And one cannot go without mentioning the chef, Tim. You won't find better "rehab food" and conversation.
I owe a thank you to the director John for his efforts to get me into a great program after my stay was over.
To anyone struggling with with mental health and/or addiction, I cannot shout praises loud enough for what this program has to offer each and every client that walks through those doors.
If you want a way out, there's no better place to check in.
Alex K
3 weeks ago
My name is Derick Caldwell and I had a good time there I learned a lot there the staff was amazing especially the techs and the clients they help me get through my depression and sadness just wanted to say Thanks...I forgot the food was right on time also 😁
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This program has saved my wife’s life! They exceed expectations and Ron helped me when I needed it most. They are passionate on what they do and I appreciate them for caring for my wife during this difficult time in her life.
Joe
2 months ago
I want to start by saying to ignore any negative review on this place. I personally went to Rise at Mayberry and cannot say enough of amazing things. I’ve been to many different facilities over the last decade and this one has become family. I get emotional and want to cry with gratitude when I think about how the staff/clients have been there for me during the most difficult moments of my life. Everyone turned their back on me outside of here while they didn’t judge me and gave me a chance. Ron reminds me of my papa being the kindest man ever. He cares deeply about each client, is passionate, patient, generous, the list goes on. Lauren has gone above and beyond for me with all my legal issues making sure everything is done the way it needs to be. She listens without judgment and is always available to help me. Allison was so helpful getting me into this place and throughly explained all the services that’s offered here. She’s relatable and kind. Dr. Neesha is beautiful inside and out, intelligent, and a strong woman of faith. She’s so insightful and working with her as a therapist has been my honor. Not to mention the support staff are incredible. Josh K has also made himself always available to the clients and he’s helped me so much from his own personal experiences dealing with dependency court/CPS. Chris and Tim are also such an honor to know. Tim, with all his travel stories and passion for AA. Chris, prioritizing the physical fitness in sobriety. All their stories on how they ended up here are inspirational. God brought me here unexpectedly and it’s one of the best things that’s ever happened to me. I live in Orange County which has a lot of recovery and places to get sober, but i couldn’t be more blessed that I landed here. I’ve been here without my young children for a couple months now and I wouldn’t have been able to get through this difficult time without everyone here. I’ll never forget what’s been done for me ❤️ addiction is a lonely disease, allow them to help guide you to a solution.
Alexandra Bigland
2 months ago
If you need Detox/Rehab, this is the place to do it. The staff is fantastic, the therapy is top notch. The food is prepared by professional chefs and the food is incredible. All the patients have their own rooms and bath rooms. You may not want to leave.
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I was so scared asking for help and didn’t know where to go, but this place came highly recommended. The only bad thing is that the fact that I had to leave anybody looking to get help there is not a better place to go in here. the staff is absolutely incredible. I cried more just seeing how well I was treated here than even dealing with my issues. I cannot recommend this place enough if you want help come here.
Peter Meyerhoff
3 months ago
I was here for a 10 day detox. Every staff member here was incredibly compassionate, and I feel that they went to great lengths to take care of their patients. I would highly recommend this place for detox. Part of me never wants to leave. All I can say is they are truly amazing people And I will miss them all.
Ron Bonnett
4 months ago
The staff and provider here made my stay bearable and successful. Dr. Sierzenski, Samantha BHT, Derrick RN, Stephanie RN, Veronica BHT, Ingrid RN, Gabby BHT, Tanisha RN, and all of them! They were attentive, compassionate, helpful, professional, but most of all... they were kind to me when I was in a very dark place and a world of hurt. I did not ask for this to happen, but I am eternally grateful for the safety net Gallus provided me. I am 30 days sober because of you. And me. And the universe. Please keep saving souls, one person at a time. We need all the help we can get. Never, lose sight of why you signed up for this job! You all can mark one more life saved today. Thank you.
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Boca helped me so much and the staff is so so good and I agree Joe was the one that touched heart his meetings was my daily medicine. I need to go back to Boca and hoping they'll let me come back soon. Calling them this week to line everything up with them.
Pam Bryant
3 weeks ago
Exceptional staff and facility. Definitely one of a kind tailored treatment for people struggling with substance abuse!!
Charlie Hite
2 months ago
The staff and clients at boca are incredible. Joe leads the most incredible meetings; I wish I could virtually sit in on them. Bri was such a strong supporter. If you have an opportunity to go here, give it a chance and go!! It works!
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The staff is very dedicated and you can tell they really care on what they are doing. I was impressed how clean the facility is.and how the facility is structured. I would recommend this someone in need for the individual and their family.
Keith conty
2 weeks ago
Have never heard a bad thing about this place!
kenneth costa
3 weeks ago
Rolling Hills Recovery Center is the best! A loved one went there and had a great experience. From yoga to music therapy, they offer so many programs for those in recovery that go beyond other rehabs. They even have equine therapy at a farm nearby. Bobby, the Director of Client Care Services, was a gem and really cares about his clients. Highly recommend.
When my younger brother finally decided to seek help for his alcohol addiction, I spent countless hours researching treatment programs. From the moment I came across the website for Tree House Recovery PDX, I knew this was something special. A truly unique program that stood out from every other rehab facility I had seen.
Tree House’s focus on building a brotherhood grounded in mutual respect, compassion, and empowerment immediately resonated with me. My brother had spent years feeling isolated and disconnected, and I knew this kind of community could give him the sense of belonging he’d been missing.
The combination of strength training and mindfulness yoga was unlike anything I had come across before. Replacing harmful habits with physical strength and mental resilience was exactly what my brother, once an athletic, active teenager, needed to reconnect with a version of himself that existed before alcohol took hold.
The program’s one-on-one, group, and writing therapy, combined with the educational classes on the mechanisms of addiction, make it one of the most well-rounded and thoughtful approaches to recovery I have ever seen. In just three months, the transformation in my brother has been remarkable, not only in his body but in his voice, his confidence, and his spirit.
Tree House has given him tools to cope with disappointment and setbacks, develop healthier reasoning skills, and rediscover the strength that comes from brotherhood, from leaning on and lifting up others walking the same path. He’s learned how to have fun without substances and surround himself with people who genuinely care about his well-being.
Initially, I worried Tree House might not be an option for us financially. But then I saw the words at the bottom of their website:
“We strive to make sure that Tree House is an option for everyone.”
It felt like they were speaking directly to me.
When I reached out, Matt was incredible. He listened with genuine compassion, spoke with both my brother and me, and over the next week and a half worked tirelessly with the team, including the program director and finance department, to make sure my brother could be admitted. He arranged detox admission, transportation, and housing. Thanks to Matt, Brandon, Emma, Esther, and Rob, my brother was given a real shot at recovery.
Tree House Recovery PDX hasn’t just helped my brother get sober, it has transformed his outlook on life. He’s now enrolled in school, exploring meaningful work, and, most importantly, has hope again.
Our family will forever be grateful to the entire Tree House team for their compassion, creativity, and unwavering belief in the potential for change.
Elizabeth Gary
3 months ago
Our lives we had built over almost 40 years together were failing. We were scared, we were desolate and drowning, our family was tapped out, ashamed of our choices and finally desperately seeking help from anyone that would listen. No one was listening. We had waited too long thinking it was no problem, not really, we weren’t like “those people”, we knew that we could quit, he hadn’t relapsed he had had surgery and a month long hospital stay, we would easily just get a job, move in with family till we were on our feet, we’d done it many times before, he had been sober 17 out of 25 years, snap no worries….. we were so wrong about it ALL. Weeks later and my husband had been in detox for around 10 days in Eugene, the farthest place away my boys could find that would take and keep him, I had been making as usual, call after call, text chat after text chat, day after day, page after page, talking to each rehab, each place that said no, sent by them always to try another few and when they said no the search online would lead me to more. All of them said no for whatever reason, mostly full beds and even if there were available beds, they wouldn’t take our insurance since the Covid exceptions are all expiring. Or they would take our insurance but only for detox which he is already in. The luxury, lol, rehabs all offered self pay ofcourse, thousands upon thousands and we had no money. I had almost given up any hopes we once shared and I got a text back from someone. Not wanting to hear no again after pouring out our story through tears, I was frustrated and angry and I got to the point, “do you take our insurance or not?” No answer but they said I’d be chat contacted soon. Sure. Sure. Then I was, his name was Matt from Tree House Recovery, and he listened. I couldn’t believe he listened. My husband is 60, he is lost. I am lost. Matt gave me hope. Tree Houses Website and videos and links to YouTube gave me hope. Matt asked me if My husband was tired of self medicating and being in life long pain, were our lives unmanageable, were we on the bottom. We were way past that and we were going to die. He still was listening. We have nothing but we will give anything just to have a chance. Matt fought for us, fought for that chance, and through the Grace of God and everyone involved at Tree House, his chance at a NEW LIFE, his DAY ONE there, is this week. I promised to get my husband to the door, any door that said yes, he had to walk through it….. thanks to Matt listening and truly caring he is, and he will learn, and grow and rebuild his mind, body and spirit one minute, one hour, one day at a time. Our family is grateful and humbled and blessed. Thankyou isn’t enough.
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Really enjoyed my stay, i completed CPR a few months ago and it was difficult being away from my home in NC but it turned out to be the best thing that happened to me. I now have 6 months of sobriety and I'm enjoying being back with my family and living this new way of life. My favorite part about being here was the staff, community and the great living near the beach. Much love CPR.
Alonzo Moreno
2 months ago
My experience was so amazing here at California prime not only did it help in my recovery but my confidence to give my self a better life! I want to thank all the staff but give me a new life tho I’m not done in my recovery each day I work on it, I’m going to be cherishing and using all my new tools to my life and again I want to thank yall for being amazing and helpful yall help save my life! God bless you
Sincerely, Todd Blackwolf
Todd Blackwolf
2 months ago
When I think of California Prime it instantly fills me with so much peace! I came into the program a couple years ago I was a lost, scared, insecure broken woman with addiction issues that were ruining my life. . Through out my stay I learned so many skills to change my life. The facilitators and staff are genuine, caring, compassionate, and informative. Today I have my life back! I'm a mother involved in my kids life, I manage a hair salon, I have a strong relationship with God, and thanks to Cali Prime i have coping skills to work through life's hard times that I will use the rest of my life. I'll forever be grateful for this program and everything they did for me💗 If you or someone you love needs help reach out you won't regret it. Life is so good today!
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I’m writing this review today with the most gratitude and hope I’ve had in a long time. Tree House recovery was a lifesaver for my kid and our family.
When my kid made the brave choice to go to rehab, Treehouse moved at great speed and with such care to envelope us with a plan and reassurance, offered support at many levels, and provided a loving atmosphere for my kid to land. The comprehensive program, education, therapy, and positive, practical support empowered our young son in ways I thought not possible at the time. I am in awe of his growth, mindset and choice to stay sober.
Forever grateful to the program, staff and the people who continually support his growth. Thank you Treehouse! People CAN recover and thrive. Best choice we ever made.
Sarah Medal
1 month ago
I was dealing with severe cocaine and alcohol addiction. After serving in the military and coming home, I needed help. And I knew that the average rehab and recovery program wouldn’t work with me. I needed something challenging, something different. Treehouse provided that. With a wide range of different and unique approaches to treating addiction like challenging workouts, team building, riding waves on the beach of Costa Mesa on rafts with other men struggling with the same disease, addiction education to help me better understand my disease on a scientific level, and outdoor adventures like going camping, taking trips to cool beaches to surf at. This place isn’t just a recovery center, it’s a family. I am now 6 months sober and graduated the program and I couldn’t feel more grateful and proud of myself. And I know my family could say the same. Anyone struggling with addiction and looking for a program that heals you both mentally and physically NEEDS to give this place a shot.
k to the roc
1 month ago
My son has been struggling with alcohol for years which grew into a full blown addiction. He tried a 30-day program which didn't last. Only when we found Treehouse Recovery in Costa Mesa did we find a place that could really help him. The staff are exceptional and they have cared for our son's success long after he completed his program. If you or your son need help look no further.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does TRICARE Cover Addiction Treatment?
If you’re on active duty, the first stop for help with substance use is your local military hospital. Your primary care manager, also known as a PCM, can give you the referrals you need and request prior authorization if needed.
All VA health systems are equipped to handle all levels of substance use treatment, including residential or inpatient treatment. TRICARE does contract with some addiction treatment centers outside of the VA system, but to go to an outside provider, you’ll first have to get prior authorization from your primary care manager (PCM).
If you’re not on active duty but still have TRICARE coverage, such as a military spouse, you’ll also need prior authorization for drug rehab if your condition isn’t an emergency. Your primary care provider can refer you and request prior authorization on your behalf.
If you’re retired and have TRICARE for Life, you can go anywhere that takes Medicare since that’s your primary payer.
Does TRICARE Cover Suboxone & Methadone (MAT)?
Medication assisted treatment (MAT) combines mental health therapies and prescription drugs to treat substance use disorders. Suboxone and methadone are two of the FDA approved drugs used for MAT.
The medications and therapy are covered if you have medical need for this treatment and the TRICARE authorized provider is certified by the DEA to prescribe the medications. You may attend individual and group sessions in addition to regular doses of approved medications.
Does TRICARE Cover Other Mental Healthcare?
TRICARE offers coverage for a variety of medically necessary mental and behavioral health services for military personnel and their family members. However, these services may require a referral or preauthorization. Always contact your TRICARE provider before you see a mental health specialist to confirm coverage.
Covered treatments include applied behavior analysis, autism spectrum disorder, and cognitive rehabilitation therapy. You can also get coverage for eating disorder treatment, emergency inpatient hospitalization, and substance use treatment.
Many times people who struggle with substance use have a mental health diagnosis at the same time, known as a co-occurring disorder. It’s important to treat both your mental health and substance use in an integrated way. TRICARE offers programs that specialize in that and your doctor can point you in the right direction.
What Types of Plans Does TRICARE Offer?
There are multiple TRICARE plans and understanding your specific plan is vital to ensuring you get the care you need.
TRICARE Prime is a managed care network. It’s only available in certain areas, usually near a military base. If you’re on active duty, you must use TRICARE Prime as your plan. With this plan, you’ll have to stay within the TRICARE network to get your treatment covered.
You’ll also need a referral from your primary care manager for most specialists including for outpatient substance use treatment.
TRICARE Select is a PPO, or preferred provider organization. This means that you can use TRICARE for authorized non network providers in addition to their preferred in network providers.
However, if you stay within their preferred provider network, they’ll cover a higher percentage of the cost, which is less out of your pocket. Select may have higher premiums than the TRICARE Prime plan but gives you more care options. There is also an annual outpatient deductible for Select plans.
You don’t need to get a referral for specialist care when you have Select. But, you’ll still need a referral for residential drug rehab.
If you’re able to get Medicare, TRICARE for Life is the plan that’s available to you. It’s like a supplement to Medicare. With it, you can go to any place where they accept Medicare. TRICARE kicks in for certain things that Medicare doesn’t cover or if a benefit runs out.
What Outpatient Rehab Does TRICARE Cover?
You can definitely get outpatient substance use treatment if you have TRICARE, but how you access this treatment will vary based on what type of TRICARE plan you have. If you’ve TRICARE Prime, you’ll need a referral from your primary care manager. If you have TRICARE Select, you won’t need a referral for most outpatient services.
Outpatient programs can be intensive such as partial hospitalization programs or intensive outpatient programs, which include 10-20 hours of treatment per week. General outpatient generally meets 1-3 hours per week. In each case, you’ll live at home or in a sober living facility outside of treatment.
Outpatient services include options like psychotherapy for individuals, group sessions and family therapy. Psychological testing and analysis may also be a covered benefit, along with treatments such as art therapy and music therapy along with occupational therapy.
Medication assisted treatment (MAT) may be covered as well. MAT uses FDA approved medication to help you manage cravings and stay stable during treatment. This allows you to lay a strong foundation for recovery with a lower risk of relapse.
What Inpatient Addiction Treatment Does TRICARE Cover?
TRICARE covers certain inpatient alcohol and substance use disorder treatment as long as it is deemed medically necessary.
Medical detox can be the first step for many people who are ready to break free from substance use. Detox is usually a week or less, but it’s an inpatient process so you can be monitored and treated for withdrawal symptoms. Medical detox allows the substances to leave your system while keeping you safe and as comfortable as possible.
TRICARE may also cover inpatient treatment that isn’t an emergency, which can help you get the care you need to move toward recovery. There are requirements that must be met, like having symptoms severe enough to need medical help, having a formal substance use disorder diagnosis, and struggling to function in everyday life. You also need to use a TRICARE authorized institutional provider.
Inpatient treatment services that are not an emergency generally need preauthoritzation.
What to Do if TRICARE Won’t Cover the Cost of Rehab
Most of the time, you’ll be able to find a treatment plan that TRICARE covers. However if you are looking for treatment that’s not in the provider network or you haven’t met the requirements coverage might be denied. The best thing to do is work with TRICARE to find a facility that meets your needs.
If you are not able to do this, youcan work with the treatment center to create a payment plan. Some centers also offer scholarships to those who need it. You can even apply for health credit such as CareCredit to pay the amount off over time. Finally you can find low cost or free treatment offered by nonprofits or your local community. Resources for these services can be found on SAMHSA website at SAMHSA.GOV.
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