What happens if one of my family members becomes ill/injured while I’m on active duty for training (ADT)?
Family members of participants are eligible to receive care through the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Uniformed Services (CHAMPUS). Health claims are not processed without valid ID Card information. With the exception of life and limb emergencies, health care will only be provided through the medical treatment facility on a military installation. If your family members live >40 miles away from a military installation they may be eligible to seek health care treatment at a local civilian medical facility. Students should always contact the nearest Uniformed Services medical facility to determine if a nonavailability statement is necessary before receiving inpatient care at a civilian hospital. Insurance claim forms must be submitted and accompanied by DA Form 1173 (Uniformed Services Identification and Privilege Card) as proof of dependent eligibility. Students should place their ID Card information on the claim forms in the appropriate space and attach copies of the ADT or
