TRICARE for Life (TFL) Specialty Referrals
Non-enrolled TFL recipients (PCM is not at WAMC)
WAMC is now accepting select specialty referrals for our non-enrolled TFL recipients. The status of the available specialty clinics is updated below. Eligible recipients must have:
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TFL coverage, including Medicare A & B
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Current DEERS information
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A referral from their network PCM
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A copy of the documented clinical encounter
The locations below are accepting referrals. Bring a copy of your referral and encounter note to the specialty clinic front desk to start the process. Most clinics are available in the Clinic Mall near the All-American entrance. Within 72 hours, the referral will be reviewed to determine if WAMC can continue your health care needs.
| General Surgery |
Gynecology |
Gynecologic Oncology |
Nephrology |
| Ophthalmology |
Rheumatology |
Urogynecology |
Urology |
**Please ensure your phone number and home address information is current in DEERS and update if needed before starting this process**
Contact DEERS Support Office at 800-538-9552 or visit https://milconnect.dmdc.osd.mil
If the specialty clinic is not listed above, WAMC is not accepting referrals at this time. Please check back for any updates to medical services.
Enrolled TFL recipients (PCM is at WAMC)
Your assigned PCM must submit a referral for specialty care at WAMC. If the requested clinic at WAMC has space available, an appointment will be scheduled after the clinic reviews and accepts the referral. If WAMC does not have space available, the beneficiary will have to choose a civilian specialist.
When WAMC cannot accept a specialty referral for an enrolled TRICARE For Life beneficiary, the beneficiary will receive a letter, the referral submitted by the provider, and a list of suggested specialty clinics in the mail. The letter is sent to the beneficiary’s home address. There is information on contacting Medicare (1-800-MEDICARE) for benefits, and if the referral does not specify a network location, the list of specialty clinics is a suggestion to use. The clinic list is from Humana, as locations known to accept TRICARE will also accept Medicare.
Visit https://tricare.mil/GettingCare/Appointments/TFL for additional information on TRICARE For Life