TRICARE Standard and TRICARE Extra
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TRICARE Standard and TRICARE Extra are available to TRICARE beneficiaries who are not able to or choose not to enroll in one of the TRICARE Prime options. Enrollment is not required for TRICARE Standard and TRICARE Extra, which means there are no forms to fill out and no annual enrollment fees.
With TRICARE Standard and TRICARE Extra, you manage your own health care and have the freedom to seek care from any TRICARE-authorized provider you choose. It is important that you understand these options, how they work, and the key differences between them, so that you receive the highest quality care that is the most convenient and cost effective.
Here are some examples where TRICARE Standard and TRICARE Extra may be the best option for you.
- You have an established relationship with a particular TRICARE-authorized civilian provider who is not a network provider, and you wish to continue receiving most of your care from that provider.
- You prefer the freedom to schedule appointments with a network or non-network provider without having to consult with a primary care manager first.
- You live in an area where TRICARE Prime is not available.
- You have employer-sponsored health insurance and prefer to use TRICARE Standard and TRICARE Extra as secondary coverage.
This TRICARE Standard Handbook will explain the different types of TRICARE providers and outline in more detail the costs and requirements when using the TRICARE Standard and TRICARE Extra options.
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