TRICARE is medical health insurance that is offered to individuals in the armed forces of the United States. Drug and alcohol use inside the military is more common than one would think, and the need to provide rehabilitation to these individuals is a vital priority. TRICARE covers a variety of rehab services to deal with drug and alcohol dependence including detoxification services, as well as treatment in outpatient, partial hospitalization and inpatient programs. People with TRICARE will of course be required to obtain a prior approval before taking part in any sort of treatment service, which is often arranged with their regional TRICARE liaison. If an inpatient program will be the preferred rehabilitation option, TRICARE will cover a three week period or one inpatient stay in this particular center per benefit period which is every 365 days. There are specific limits concerning the length of time a TRICARE member can remain in the inpatient program that accepts TRICARE, and there is typically a 30-45 day window which is covered. TRICARE also covers family counselling which is often very helpful, as it can certainly help include family members in the healing and recovery process. No member of the military should struggle with this battle alone, and there are professional rehab counselors waiting to help you today.