TRICARE is health care insurance which is offered to folks in the military of the United States. Substance abuse within the military is much more common than one would think, and the need to offer treatment to these individuals is an important priority. TRICARE covers many different rehab services to address alcohol and drug dependence like detox services, and also rehab in outpatient, partial hospitalization and inpatient programs. Individuals with TRICARE will of course need to obtain a prior authorization before partaking in any type of rehab service, which is often arranged with their regional TRICARE liaison. If an inpatient facility will be the preferred rehab choice, TRICARE will cover a three week period or one inpatient stay in that center per benefit period which is every 365 days. There are specific limits regarding just how long a TRICARE member can remain in an inpatient center that accepts TRICARE, and there is typically a 30 to 45 day window that is covered. TRICARE also covers family counselling that may be very helpful, as it can help include family members in the healing and recovery process. No person in the military should struggle with this battle alone, and there are professional rehab counselors waiting to help today.