TRICARE is medical insurance that's offered to members of the armed forces of the United States. Drug and alcohol use inside the military is more common than one would think, and the necessity to provide treatment to these individuals is a vital priority. TRICARE covers many different rehabilitation services to address alcohol and drug dependence such as detoxification services, along with treatment in outpatient, partial hospitalization and inpatient settings. Individuals with TRICARE will of course be asked to get a prior authorization before partaking in any type of rehabilitation service, which may be arranged using their regional TRICARE representative. If an inpatient center could be the preferred treatment choice, TRICARE covers a 3 week period or one inpatient stay in this facility per benefit period which is every 365 days. There are certain limits concerning how long a TRICARE member can stay in an inpatient facility that accepts TRICARE, and there's typically a 30-45 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 member of the military should fight this battle alone, and there are skilled rehab counselors waiting to help you today.