TRICARE West Region Providers: Follow Referral Waiver Guidelines
A TRICARE referral approval waiver is in place effective Jan. 1 – June 30, 2025. Outpatient TRICARE-covered procedures, services, and equipment ordered during the waiver period do not require separate approval from TriWest. Follow the TRICARE Referral Waiver Approval for guidance. Read a letter from TriWest’s President and CEO on the importance of caring for our nation’s military families. Visit https://tricare.triwest.com for more info.
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TriWest Healthcare Alliance is honored to serve our nation’s military and Veteran communities. We partner with the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide military families and Veterans with access to high quality care through our network of dedicated community providers.
It is our honor and privilege to serve our nation's finest.
TRICARE beneficiaries, providers, and DOD staff: Visit the TRICARE West Region site for more information.
Veterans, VA Community Care Network providers, and VA staff: Visit the VA CCN site for more information.
TriWest News
TriWest Provides Support for Two New Children’s Waiting Rooms in TRICARE West Region
For our nation’s busy Active Duty military families, finding free time for routine activities such as attending health care appointments can be extremely difficult. Military parents, who often need childcare, can face even more stress to attend to their medical matters.
What to Know About Prior Authorizations for TRICARE Prescriptions
For Active Duty, family members, and retirees enrolled in a TRICARE health plan, DHA wants beneficiaries to know their medical prescriptions are also covered through its TRICARE Pharmacy Program.
Quitting Smoking: VA Provides Useful Digital Resources to Help Beat the Habit
Overcoming a challenging smoking habit is one of the best achievements Veterans and military-connected individuals can make to improve their health and wellness. Whether serving Active Duty or as a civilian, good health and well-being often improves the ability to pursue greater pastimes and activities.
Suicide Prevention: TRICARE is a Partner in Mental Health Care
The Defense Health Agency (DHA) wants TRICARE beneficiaries to know that suicidal thoughts and signs can be experienced by anyone, and they are serious mental health concerns.