TRICARE is medical health insurance that is provided to folks in the military of the United States. Drug and alcohol use within the military is much more common than one would imagine, and the need to provide treatment to these individuals is a vital priority. TRICARE covers a number of treatment services to handle drug and alcohol dependence such as detoxification services, and also rehab in outpatient, partial hospitalization and inpatient programs. Those that have TRICARE will of course be asked to obtain a prior authorization before taking part in any type of rehabilitation service, which may be arranged using their regional TRICARE representative. If an inpatient center could be the favored treatment option, TRICARE will cover a three week period or one inpatient stay in this center per benefit period which is every 365 days. There are certain limits about the length of time a TRICARE member can stay in the inpatient facility that accepts TRICARE, and there is typically a 30-45 day window that's covered. TRICARE also covers family treatment which may be very helpful, as it may help include loved ones in the healing and recovery process. No member of the military should struggle with this battle alone, and there are skilled rehabilitation counselors ready to help today.