TRICARE Makes Appointments Easier

Week of January 07, 2008

TRICARE is making behavioral health care access simpler for Prime beneficiaries by offering assistance with appointments. All active duty servicemembers and their enrolled family members living in the United States can now contact their Managed Care Support Contractor (MCSC) for assistance. The toll-free numbers are: West Region, 1-866-651- 4970; North Region, 1-877-747-9579; and in the South Region the number is 1-877-298-3514. Hours vary according to region. For more information about TRICARE and the behavioral health appointment assistance service, visit the mental health and behavior section and enter a profile.

To learn more about TRICARE, visit www.military.com/benefits/tricare.