TRICARE is health care insurance that's provided to individuals in the military of the United States. Drug and alcohol use within the military is more common than one would think, and the necessity to provide rehabilitation to these individuals is an important priority. TRICARE covers numerous rehabilitation services to handle drug and alcohol dependence such as detox services, as well as treatment in outpatient, partial hospitalization and inpatient settings. Those that have TRICARE will naturally be asked to get a prior approval before taking part in any kind of rehab service, which can be arranged using their regional TRICARE liaison. If an inpatient center will be the preferred rehab option, TRICARE covers a 3 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 the inpatient facility that accepts TRICARE, then there is typically a 30 to 45 day window that is covered. TRICARE also covers family counselling which may be very useful, as it can certainly help include loved ones in the healing and recovery process. No person in the military should fight this battle alone, and there are professional rehabilitation counselors waiting to help you today.