How Do You Make The Most Of Tricare Standard Military Medical Benefits?
Those who use Tricare Standard medical benefits know it can be difficult at times to avoid being exploited by civilian medical professionals and institutions. Too often, military families find themselves intimidated by the civilian medical system and the impersonal attention they receive. What they fail to remember is that they are consumers who pay deductibles and share costs to have their families covered by this medical plan. They have a right to demand excellence in their medical care. How can you make the most of those Tricare Standard benefits? Start by thinking like a “consumer.” Be specific about your expectations. If you can’t wait an hour past your appointment time to be seen by a civilian doctor, let the receptionist know how long you are willing to wait. Consider calling the office an hour before your appointment to find out if the doctor is, in fact, on schedule that afternoon. If there will be a lengthy wait, ask how long you should delay your arrival at the office. Most
