TRICARE is health care insurance that's provided to people in the armed forces of the United States. Substance abuse within the military is a lot more common than one would assume, and the need to offer rehabilitation to these individuals is a vital priority. TRICARE covers a number of rehabilitation services to deal with alcohol and drug dependence including detoxification services, as well as treatment in outpatient, partial hospitalization and inpatient programs. People with TRICARE will of course be asked to have a prior authorization before taking part in any sort of rehab service, which can be arranged with their regional TRICARE representative. If an inpatient facility will be the favored rehab option, TRICARE will cover a three week period or one inpatient stay in this particular facility per benefit period which is every 12 months. There are specific limits about the length of time a TRICARE member can remain in an inpatient program that accepts TRICARE, and there's typically a 30 to 45 day window which is covered. TRICARE also covers family treatment which is often very helpful, as it may help include family members in the healing and recovery process. No person in the military should fight this battle alone, and there are skilled rehabilitation counselors ready to assist you today.