TRICARE is medical insurance that is provided to people in the armed forces of the United States. Drug and alcohol use within the military is much more common than one would think, and the need to offer rehab to these individuals is a crucial priority. TRICARE covers many different rehabilitation services to address drug and alcohol dependence like detoxification services, as well as rehab in outpatient, partial hospitalization and inpatient facilities. People with TRICARE will of course be asked to obtain a prior approval before taking part in any kind of treatment service, which may be organized using a regional TRICARE liaison. If an inpatient center will be the favored treatment choice, TRICARE covers 21 days or one inpatient stay in this particular center per benefit period which is every 12 months. There are particular limits about how much time a TRICARE member can stay within an inpatient facility that accepts TRICARE, then there is typically a 30-45 day window that is covered. TRICARE also covers family treatment which can be very useful, as it can help include family members in the healing and process of recovery. No member of the military should fight this battle alone, and there are professional rehabilitation counselors waiting to help you today.