Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening Added to TRICARE Benefits

TriWest Healthcare Alliance was recently informed that TRICARE Management Activity (TMA) has implemented a change that gives a one time Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) screening by ultrasonography for men, age 65-75, who have ever smoked.

For further information, refer to the TRICARE Policy Manual, Chapter 7, Section 2.2 Clinical Preventive Services - TRICARE Prime, Services Chart, Cardiovascular Diseases, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA). The manual can be found at www.tricare.mil.