TRICARE West Region Providers: Follow Referral Waiver Guidelines
A TRICARE referral approval waiver is in place effective Jan. 1 – June 30, 2025. Outpatient TRICARE-covered procedures, services, and equipment ordered during the waiver period do not require separate approval from TriWest. Follow the TRICARE Referral Waiver Approval for guidance. Read a letter from TriWest’s President and CEO on the importance of caring for our nation’s military families. Visit https://tricare.triwest.com for more info.
On a Mission to Serve®
TriWest Healthcare Alliance is honored to serve our nation’s military and Veteran communities. We partner with the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide military families and Veterans with access to high quality care through our network of dedicated community providers.
It is our honor and privilege to serve our nation's finest.

TRICARE beneficiaries, providers, and DOD staff: Visit the TRICARE West Region site for more information.
Veterans, VA Community Care Network providers, and VA staff: Visit the VA CCN site for more information.
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