TRICARE is medical insurance that's provided to people in the armed forces of the United States. Drug abuse inside the military is much more common than one would imagine, and the need to provide rehabilitation to these individuals is an important priority. TRICARE covers a number of treatment services to address alcohol and drug dependence such as detox services, and also rehab in outpatient, partial hospitalization and inpatient programs. Those that have TRICARE will naturally have to have a prior authorization before taking part in any kind of rehab service, that may be arranged using a regional TRICARE liaison. If an inpatient facility could be the favored treatment choice, TRICARE covers a three week period or one inpatient stay in such a center per benefit period which is every 12 months. There are specific limits regarding how much time a TRICARE member can remain within an inpatient center that accepts TRICARE, and there's typically a 30 to 45 day window that is covered. TRICARE also covers family counselling which is often very helpful, as it may help include family members in the healing and process of recovery. No member of the military should fight this battle alone, and there are skilled rehabilitation counselors ready to help you today.