TRICARE Provider Bulletin Issue 7:2010

A Publication for
TRICARE Providers

		Protecting the Privacy of Your TRICARE Patients The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996 is a federal law that protects patient privacy.
		Provider Tools and Resources You can find TRICARE information and downloadable forms and materials on our site.
		Avoid Denied or Duplicated Claims By avoiding common claims-filing errors, you can help expedite the reimbursement process. When filing, be sure to adhere to the following guidelines.
		Tips for MyHMHS for Providers Web Site Administrators Humana Military web site features MyHMHS for Providers, a secure Web portal where health care providers can perform a variety of functions.
		Submitting Claims for Injectable Drugs Medicare and Medicaid require providers who furnish and dispense injectable drugs to include the most relevant National Drug Code (NDC) number on the claims whether they are submitted on paper or electronically.
		TRICARE Covers School Physicals Both public and private schools in the United States may require children to have comprehensive physical examinations before enrolling.
		Contacts Frequently used telephone numbers and web sites.

Last Reviewed: September 2, 2010