TRICARE has resources you can access in the event of a natural disaster. In emergencies, the Department of Defense (DoD) can approve a waiver of primary care manager (PCM) referrals, which allows affected beneficiaries to get care from TRICARE-authorized providers without a PCM referral. The "Emergency Refill Too Soon" waiver authorizes early prescription refills, which will be announced on the TRICARE website. Everyone should have an emergency "Go To" kit with a list of prescriptions, shot records, and the numbers of family doctors and the regional contractor. Visit the TRICARE website for details on how to stay safe and get the care you need in a disaster.
For more on TRICARE, visit the Military.com TRICARE section.
